Mercedes-Benz 380 SEL 126 1981, Руководство пользователя

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vehicle is in danger of skidding
(e.g. on icy roads). See
page 48.
D” Drive.
All gears are available. The
vehicle starts off in 1st gear.
Position “ D” affords optimum
driving characteristics under
all normal operating condi­
tions.
S” Slope.
Upshifting to 3rd gear only.
Suitable for moderate ascents
and descents. As the transmis­
sion shifts up to 3rd gear only,
this position permits the utili­
zation of the engine braking
effect.
“L” Low.
Upshifting to 2nd gear only.
For driving on steep mountain
passes, for trailer operation in
mountainous regions, for
driving under severe operating
conditions and as braking
position on extremely steep
declines.
Do not exceed top speeds in the
individual selector lever positions.
Refer to speedometer markings.
Trailer operation
Do not allow the engine speed to
drop too low at uphill gradients to
prevent the engine from laboring at
low RPMs. Depending on the degree
of the incline, shift selector lever to
positions “S” or “ L” early enough to
maintain engine RPMs within best
torque range.
Starting and Shifting Gears
Stopping
For brief halts, e.g. at traffic lights,
leave the selector lever in a driving
position and control vehicle with the
service brake.
For longer stops with the engine
idling, shift selector lever to
position “N” .
When stopping the car on a slope,
do not hold it by means of the acce­
lerator but use the brake. This
avoids unnecessary heat-up of the
transmission.
Maneuvering
To maneuver in a restricted area,
e.g. when pulling into a parking
space, control the car speed by
gradually releasing the service
brake. Accelerate gently and do not
pump the accelerator. To rock a car
out of soft ground (mud or snow),
alternately shift one forward gear
range and the reverse gear at partial
throttle.