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If the engine speed is too high or too low, you will
not be able to change gears using the steering
wheel paddle shifters. In this case, segments
will light up red.
Permanently activating or deactivating manual
gearshifting
Multimedia system:
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Settings
Vehicle
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5
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Permanently switch the function on or off.
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Gearshift recommendation
The gearshift recommendation assists you in
adopting an economical driving style.
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Driving
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When gearshift recommendation
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on the driver's display, shift to the recommen-
ded gear.
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The gearshift recommendation is active only if
you have enabled manual gearshifting
(
page 162).
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Using kickdown
Maximum acceleration: depress the accelera-
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tor pedal beyond the point of resistance.
The automatic transmission will shift up to the
next gear when the maximum engine speed is
reached to protect the engine from overrevving.
Glide mode function
With an anticipatory driving style, Glide mode
helps you to reduce fuel consumption.
Glide mode is characterized by the following:
Mercedes-AMG SL 55 and SL 63 4MATIC+:
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The combustion engine is disconnected from
the drivetrain and the vehicle continues to roll.
Mercedes-AMG SL 43: The combustion
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engine is switched off. All of the vehicle func-
1
appears
tions remain active.
The J symbol appears in the instrument
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display.
Glide mode is activated if the following conditions
are met:
ECO start/stop function is switched on.
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Drive program = is selected with the drive
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setting "Moderate" or "Reduced".
The speed is within a suitable range.
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The road's course is suitable, e.g. no steep
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uphill or downhill inclines or tight curves.
Mercedes-AMG SL 43: The condition of
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charge of the battery is sufficient.
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