Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 53 4MATIC+ 2019, Operator'S Manual

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When switching gears in the I (RACE) driving
program, manual shifting is automatically activa‐
ted.
% To permanently shift the gears manually in
drive program = using the steering wheel
paddle shifters, select the M (Manual) set‐
ting for the transmission.
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NOTE Damage to the engine due to shift‐
ing up too late
The automatic transmission does not shift up
in manual mode even when the engine's lim‐
iting speed is reached.
The fuel supply is interrupted in order to pre‐
vent the engine from overrevving.
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Shift up before the engine speed rea‐
ches the red area in the tachometer.
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To shift up: pull steering wheel paddle
shifter 2 .
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To shift down: pull steering wheel paddle
shifter 1 .
If the engine speed is too high or too low, you
cannot change gear using the steering wheel
paddle shifters. In this case, segments 1 light
up red.
Gearshift recommendation
The gearshift recommendation assists you in
adopting an economical driving style.
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If gearshift recommendation message 1 is
shown on the multifunction display, shift to
the recommended gear.
152 Driving and parking