3. Chassis
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3.6 Automatic transmission
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As an option, your van may be fitted with a fully automatic
9-speed automatic transmission that operates both automatically
and with an Autostick.
Since the clutch is engaged and released by means of an electro-
hydraulic unit that is controlled by the transmission‘s control unit,
the clutch pedal is superfluous and, therefore, it has been remo-
ved. Both the selected method of operation as well as the gear you
are driving in are shown on the multifunction display panel.
The gearshift lever on the dashboard has the following positions:
- D: for selecting the forward gear,
- N for selecting the neutral position (engine is idle),
- R for selecting the reverse gear,
- P: for parking the vehicle.
Automatic
When driving, the control module selects the appropriate
gears for the different driving conditions, depending on the
speed, load and gradient.
Autostick
Should it be necessary to change gears frequently, and under es
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pecially difficult conditions (e.g. steep gradients) the Autostick
enables you to use a lower gear, providing better performance
• This driving mode is activated by pushing the lever to the left
and then forwards and backwards, allowing you to change
gears.
Kick Down
If the accelerator pedal is suddenly fully depressed, e.g. when
overtaking, the transmission shifts to a lower gear to achieve bet
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ter acceleration.
