Mode W will only function if the gear selector is in the (
D
)rive position.
Press the button at the base of the gear selector to engage/disengage this driving mode (see illustration).
When the W driving mode is engaged, this is displayed in the instrument panel (see
page 22
).
This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.
Automatic transmission AW55- 50 - shift gate positions
The gear selector can be moved freely between
N
and
D
.
Depressing the button on the front of the gear selector knob enables you to move the gear selector to positions P, R, N,
D, 4, 3 and L.
"Kickdown"
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds.
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive control system that constantly monitors the way in which the
transmission functions. It senses and adapts each gear shift for optimal performance. The system also monitors your
particular driving style and adapts gear shifting accordingly.
Cold starts
When driving before the engine has reached its normal operating temperature, the transmission will shift up at a
slightly higher engine speeds to heat the three-way catalytic converter as quickly as possible.
pg. 88 Starting and driving
Geartronic (option)
