#
TTo de-r
o de-res
estrtrict t
ict the
he shi
shi rrang
ange:
e: brie y pull steer-
ing wheel gearshi paddle
2
.
The automatic transmission shi s to the next
gear up, depending on the gear currently
engaged. This de-restricts the shi range at
the same time.
The shi range selected is shown in the multi-
function display. The automatic transmission
shi s only as far as the selected gear.
#
TTo de-r
o de-res
estrtrict t
ict the
he shi
shi rrang
ange:
e: pull and hold
steering wheel gearshi paddle
2
.
or
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Engage transmission position
h
again
(
/
page 120).
The automatic transmission shi s up one or
more gears depending on the gear currently
engaged. Simultaneously, the shi range
restriction is deactivated and the transmission
position appears in the multifunction display
h
.
Recommended shi ranges for the following driv-
ing conditions:
3
Use the engine's braking e ect.
2
Use the engine's braking e ect on downhill
gradients and when driving on steep roads, in
mountainous areas as well as under arduous
operating conditions.
1
Use the engine's braking e ect on extremely
steep downhill gradients and on long downhill
stretches.
Using kic
Using kickdo
kdown
wn
#
FFor maximum acceler
or maximum acceleration:
ation: depress the accel-
erator pedal beyond the pressure point.
#
Ease o the accelerator pedal once the
desired speed is reached.
All-wheel dr
All-wheel drive
ive
NNoottes on all-wheel dr
es on all-wheel drive
ive
All-wheel drive ensures permanent drive for all four
wheels, and together with ESP
®
it improves the
traction of the vehicle.
With the OM651 and OM642 engines, the all-
wheel drive must be switched on (
/
page 122).
With the OM654 engine, there is intelligent closed-
loop control of the drive torque between the front
and rear axles.
The traction control of the all-wheel drive also
takes place via the brake system. Therefore, the
brake system can overheat during extreme o -road
use. In this case, ease o the accelerator pedal or
stop to allow the brake system to cool down.
If a driven wheel spins due to insu cient traction,
observe the following notes:
R
When pulling away, make use of the traction
control integrated in ESP
®
. Depress the accel-
erator pedal as far as necessary.
R
Take your foot o the accelerator pedal, slowly,
while the vehicle is in motion.
In wintry driving conditions, always use winter tires
(M+S tires) and, if necessary, snow chains
(
/
page 238). Only in this way can the maximum
e ect of all-wheel drive be achieved.
Use DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) when driving
downhill o -road (
/
page 145).
If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are
inattentive, the all-wheel drive system can neither
reduce the risk of an accident nor override the
laws of physics. The all-wheel drive system cannot
take road, weather and tra c conditions into
account. The all-wheel drive system is only an aid.
You are responsible for maintaining a safe distance
from the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for
braking in good time and for staying in lane.
*
NNOOTE
TE Risk of damage to the drivetrain and
the brake system
If you operate vehicles with all-wheel drive on a
one-axle test stand, you may damage the drive-
train or the brake system.
#
A function or performance test should
only be carried out on a two-axle test
stand.
#
If you wish to operate the vehicle on such
a test stand, please consult a quali ed
specialist workshop in advance.
*
NNOOTE
TE Risk of damage to the transfer case
If you tow the vehicle with a raised axle, the
transfer case can get damaged. Such damage
is not covered by Freightliner Sprinter Limited
Warranty.
#
Never tow the vehicle with a raised axle.
#
Only tow the vehicle with all wheels on
the ground or fully raised.
#
Note the instructions on towing the vehi-
cle with full contact with the ground for
all wheels.
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