Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Owner'S Manual

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Driving tips
Double-clutch function
When shifting down, the double-clutch func-
tion is active regardless of the currently selec-
ted drive program. The double-clutch function
reduces the load change reaction on the drive
axle. The sound generated by the double-
clutch function depends on the drive program
selected.
Kickdown
i
Kickdown is not available in manual drive
program M.
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
X
Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the
pressure point.
Depending on the selected drive program,
the transmission shifts to the lowest gear
allowing ideal acceleration.
Drive program selector
With the drive program selector switch, you
can choose from a range of different trans-
mission configurations or select the RACE
START drive mode.
Drive pro-
gram
Characteristic
C Controlled
Efficiency
Comfort-oriented, opti-
mum-economy engine
and transmission settings
S Sport Sporty engine and trans-
mission settings
S+ SportPlus Extremely sporty engine
and transmission settings
M Manual Manual gearshifting
Driving mode
RS RACE
START
Optimal vehicle accelera-
tion from a standstill
X
Turn drive program selector switch : until
the desired drive program is shown in the
multifunction display.
i
RS cannot be selected during normal driv-
ing. For further information on RACE
START, see (
Y
page 111).
i
For further information on "Drive pro-
gram", see (
Y
page 110).
Steering wheel gearshift paddles
In transmission position D, you can use the
steering wheel gearshift paddles to restrict or
derestrict the transmission shift range. One
of the automatic drive programs, C, S or S+,
must be selected in order to do so.
In manual drive program M, you need to
change gear yourself using the steering wheel
gearshift paddles. At low engine speeds, the
transmission shifts down automatically.
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AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-gear sport transmission
Driving
and
parking