Mercedes-Benz GLK 300 4MATIC 2012, Owner'S Manual

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Neutral N with ECO start/stop func-
tion activated
The engine is switched off if:
R
in neutral N, the vehicle speed is below a
certain threshold and
R
the clutch pedal is not depressed.
For further information on the ECO start/stop
function, see (
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page 150).
Engaging reverse gear
!
Only shift into reverse gear R when the
vehicle is stationary. Otherwise, you could
damage the transmission.
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The ECO start/stop function is not avail-
able when reverse gear is engaged.
For further information on the ECO start/
stop function, see (
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page 150).
X
Move the gear lever firmly to the left
beyond the point of resistance and then
forwards.
Gearshift recommendation
The gearshift recommendations assist you in
adopting an economical driving style. The rec-
ommended gear is shown in the multifunction
display.
X
Shift gear according to gearshift recom-
mendation : shown in the multifunction
display of the instrument cluster.
Automatic transmission
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If the engine speed is above the idling speed
and you engage transmission position D or
R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There
is a risk of an accident.
When engaging transmission position D or R,
always firmly depress the brake pedal and do
not simultaneously accelerate.
DIRECT SELECT lever
Overview of transmission positions
The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the
steering column.
P
Park position with parking lock
R
Reverse gear
N
Neutral
D
Drive
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The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns
to its original position. The current trans-
mission position P, R, N or D appears in the
transmission position display
(
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page 156) in the multifunction display.
Automatic transmission
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