If none of the shift paddles are pressed in mode
for a certain time, manual shift mode turns off auto-
matically.
In mode , there is no automatic switch-off of the
manual switching mode.
If the engine threatens to over-rev
▶
The gearbox automatically changes to the next
higher gear.
▶
The transmission prevents changing to the next
lower gear.
Troubleshooting
The automatic transmission mode cannot be set in
the usual way
›
Mechanically unlock the selector lever
Gearbox overheated
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Message regarding the gearbox overheating
›
You may continue driving, exercising appropriate
caution.
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Message regarding the gearbox overheating
›
Stop driving! Stop the vehicle and stop the engine.
›
After the indicator light goes out, your journey can
continue.
›
If the warning light does not go out, stop driving!
Seek the help of a specialist garage.
Gearbox impaired
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Message regarding the gearbox in emergency
mode
›
You may continue driving, exercising appropriate
caution.
›
Immediately seek the help of a specialist garage.
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Message regarding a gearbox fault
›
Stop driving! Seek the help of a specialist garage.
Recuperation error
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Message regarding a recuperation fault
›
Seek the help of a specialist garage.
Starting up a vehicle that is stuck
›
Adjust the selector lever between
and . The
vehicle will then start to rock and be easier to free.
Mechanical release of automatic gearbox
›
Secure the vehicle with the parking brake.
›
Insert a flat-head
screwdriver or push a
similar tool into the
gap in the area of ar-
row
A
.
›
Carefully loosen and
lift the quadrant cover.
›
Loosen the pull rod in the direction of the arrows
1
and
2
.
›
Pull the pull rod out until it stops.
›
Press button
B
to fix the pull rod in the pulled out
position.
Vehicle driving mode
Usage
The driving mode offers the possibility of adapting
the driving behaviour to the desired driving style.
Overview
Information about the selected driving mode is dis-
played in the status bar in the Infotainment screen as
well as in the digital instrument cluster.
Eco mode
Eco mode is suitable for a relaxed style of driving and
helps to save fuel.
Comfort mode
Comfort mode is suitable for driving on roads with
poorer surface or for long motorway journeys.
Normal mode
Normal mode is suitable for a conventional driving.
Sport mode
Sport mode is suitable for a sporty driving.
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Vehicle driving mode