Sprinter 906
G40 contd.40
Each time the selector lever is pressed towards
+
the shift range moves up a gear, before
finally the transmission changes to automatic mode (
D
). If the selector lever is pressed
towards
+
and held, the transmission changes to automatic mode and shifts accordingly.
Transmission ratios:
1st gear i = 3.595
2nd gear i = 2.186
3rd gear i = 1.405
4th gear i = 1.000
5th gear i = 0.831
i overall = 4.326
Reverse i = 3.167
Benefits & Arguments
•
Very smooth shifting
•
Long service life and high reliability
•
Low maintenance costs
•
Makes the driver's job easier
The W5A380 features smooth gear shifting, well-spaced gear ratios, long service life and
high reliability as well as low maintenance costs.
Dispensing with manual shift and clutch operations makes things easier for the driver,
particularly in stop-go conditions, and allows the driver to concentrate fully on the traffic
conditions. This transmission offers easier moving off, maneuvering and parking,
particularly on gradients or inclines.
Manual downshifting allows the full engine braking effect to be utilized.
Remarks
CAUTION:
The parking lock is not an alternative to the parking brake!
The parking brake should therefore
always
be applied when parking and switching off the
engine.
For towing information, please consult the user manual.
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