Trailer towing
- When towing a trailer and driving downhill, shift to the lower gear if the automatic transmission constantly shifts between two gears.
- Engaging a lower gear and reducing the speed reduces the risk of the engine overheating.
See also:
Diesel Power
As if the R-Class' styling didn't make it unique enough, it's also one of the
few models in the U.S. with an available clean-diesel engine. The diesel V-6 is
rated 25 percent better in EPA-estimat ...
Deactivating/activating ESP® (except
AMG vehicles)
WARNING
ESP® should not be deactivated during
normal driving other than in the
circumstances described below. Disabling
the system will reduce vehicle stability in
driving maneuvers.
Do ...
Engaging park position P
•► Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the
direction of arrow P.
The automatic transmission shifts
automatically into park position P if you
open the driver's door when the vehicle is
stati ...