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Driving and operation
z
Automatic neutral shift function
automatically sets the transmission to
N
to reduce fuel consumption, e.g. at
traffic lights.
The automatic neutral shift function is
activated when the following occurs
simultaneously:
As soon as the brake is released and the
accelerator pedal is depressed, the
vehicle starts off in the usual manner.
z
After a cold start, the operating
temperature program ensures that the
correct gear (increased engine speed) is
selected to quickly bring the catalytic
converter to the temperature required
for optimum pollutant reduction.
z
If the Continuous Damping Control is set
to SPORT mode
3
, the shift times are
reduced and gear changes occur at
higher engine speeds (not when cruise
control is active). The control indicator
1
also illuminates in the transmission
display, see page 176.
Continuous Damping Control, SPORT
mode
3
– see page 198.
z
Winter program: Press button
T
. Control
indicator
T
appears in the transmission
display – see next page.
– The selector lever is in Automatic or
Manual mode.
– The foot brake is depressed.
– The vehicle is stationary.
– The accelerator pedal is not
actuated.
– The transmission oil temperature is
above 0 °C.
Summary of Contents for Signum
Page 1: ...SIGNUM Operation Safety and Maintenance Owner s Manual...
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