Introduction

When the automatic transmission is in position D, it is possible to restrict or derestrict the shift range (). The shift range selected is shown in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts only as far as the selected gear.

Shift range

braking effect.You can use the engine's braking effect.

of the engine on downhill gradients and for driving:To use the braking effect of the engine on downhill gradients and for driving:

  • on steep mountain roads
  • in mountainous terrain
  • in arduous conditions

of the engine on extremely steep downhill gradients and on long downhill stretchesTo use the braking effect of the engine on extremely steep downhill gradients and on long downhill stretches

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