Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2010 Owner's Manual page 145

Automatic transmission
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For further information about the ECO start/
stop function (
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Engaging reverse gear
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Only engage reverse gear when the vehi-
cle is stationary, otherwise the transmis-
sion could be damaged.
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The ECO start/stop function is not avail-
able when reverse gear is engaged.
More information about the ECO start/
stop function (
Move the gear lever firmly to the left
X
beyond the point of resistance and then
forwards.
Shift recommendation
The gearshift recommendations assist you in
adopting an economical driving style. The rec-
ommended gear is shown in the multifunction
display.
Shift gear according to the gearshift rec-
X
ommendation : shown in the multifunc-
tion display of the instrument cluster.
Automatic transmission
Important safety notes
G
Risk of accident
The movement of the pedals must not be
impaired in any way. Do not keep any objects
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in the driver's footwell. Make sure that floor-
mats or carpets are correctly secured and
that there is sufficient clearance for the ped-
als.
Do not place several floormats on top of one
another.
G
Risk of accident
Do not change down for additional engine
braking on a slippery road surface. This could
cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and
the vehicle could skid. This could cause you
to lose control of your vehicle and cause an
accident.
Selector lever
Overview of transmission positions
Selector lever
Park position with selector lever lock
P
Reverse
R
Neutral
N
Drive
D