Automatic transmission
Important safety notes
WARNING
If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There is a risk of an accident.
When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate.
WARNING
The automatic transmission switches to neutral position N when you switch off the engine. The vehicle may roll away. There is a risk of an accident.
After switching off the engine, always switch to parking position P. Prevent the parked vehicle from rolling away by applying the parking brake.
- Direct select lever
- Transmission positions
- Driving tips
- Program selector button
- Automatic drive program (AMG vehicles)
- Shift ranges
- Manual drive program
- Problems with the transmission
See also:
Exterior spare wheel bracket
General notes
WARNING
If the spare tire is more than 6 years old or is
not the same model as the regular tires, have
the spare tire replaced with a new tire at the
nearest Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Brake fluid
WARNING
Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs
moisture from the air; this lowers its boiling
point.
If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low,
vapor pockets may form in the br ...
Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight rating
■ Specification for maximum gross vehicle
weight 1 is listed in the Tire and Loading
Information placard: "The combined weight
of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kilograms ...