Mercedes-Benz E-Class Convertible, Operator'S Manual

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Press button 1 .
The transmission position display shows j
in the multifunction display.
Park position j is engaged automatically if one
of the following conditions is met:
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you switch the engine off with the transmis‐
sion in position h or k .
R
you open the driver's door when the vehicle
is stationary or when driving at a very low
speed and the transmission is in position h
or k .
Engaging drive position D
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Depress the brake pedal and push the
DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first
point of resistance.
The transmission position display shows h
in the multifunction display.
When the automatic transmission is in transmis‐
sion position h , it shifts the gears automati‐
cally. This depends on the following factors:
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The selected drive program
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The position of the accelerator pedal
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The road speed
Manual gearshifting
& WARNING Risk of skidding and of an
accident due to shifting down on slippery
road surfaces
If you shift down on slippery road surfaces to
increase the engine braking effect, the drive
wheels may lose traction.
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Do not shift down on slippery road sur‐
faces to increase the engine braking
effect.
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To activate: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 1 or 2 .
Manual gearshifting is activated for a short
time. The current gear is displayed in the
multifunction display.
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To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 2 .
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To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 1 .
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To deactivate: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 2 and hold it in place.
The transmission position h appears in the
multifunction display.
% If you select the Manual drive setting in
drive program I, manual gearshifting is per‐
manently activated.
Shift recommendation
The gearshift recommendations assist you in
adopting an economical driving style.
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