Mercedes-Benz GLB 2023, Operator'S Manual

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Automatic transmission
DIRECT SELECT lever
▌ Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever
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WARNING Risk of accident due to incor-
rect gearshifting
If the engine speed is higher than the idle
speed and you engage the transmission posi-
tion
h
or
k
, the vehicle may accelerate
sharply.
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If you engage the transmission position
h
or
k
when the vehicle is at a stand-
still, always depress the brake pedal
firmly and do not accelerate at the same
time.
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WARNING Risk of accident and injury due
to children left unattended in the vehicle
If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,
they could, in particular:
R
open doors, thereby endangering other
persons or road users.
R
get out and be struck by oncoming traffic.
R
operate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example.
In addition, the children could also set the
vehicle in motion by, for example:
R
releasing the parking brake.
R
changing the gearbox position.
R
starting the vehicle.
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Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
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When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle.
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Keep the key out of reach of children.
Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the trans-
mission position. The current transmission posi-
tion will be shown on the instrument display.
j
Park position
k
Reverse gear
i
Neutral
h
Drive position
162 Driving and parking