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The gearshift recommendations assist you in
adopting an economical driving style. The rec-
ommended gear is shown in the multifunction
display.
Shift to recommended gear ; according to
X
gearshift recommendation : when shown in
the multifunction display of the instrument
cluster.
Protection against reaching the over-
revving range (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)
!
In manual mode, the automatic transmis-
sion does not shift up automatically even
when the engine limiting speed for the current
gear is reached. When the engine limiting
speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut to
prevent the engine from overrevving. Always
make sure that the engine speed does not
reach the red area of the tachometer. There is
otherwise a risk of engine damage.
Problems with the transmission
Problem
The transmission has
problems shifting gear.
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no lon-
ger changes gear.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The transmission is losing oil.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop
X
immediately.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.
Stop the vehicle.
X
Shift the transmission to position j.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.
X
Shift the transmission to position h or k.
X
If h is selected, the transmission shifts to second gear; if k is
selected, the transmission shifts to reverse gear.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop
X
immediately.
Automatic transmission
Before the engine speed reaches the red area,
an upshift indicator will be shown in the multi-
function display.
When message : appears in the multifunc-
X
tion display, pull on the right-hand steering
wheel paddle shifter.
Kickdown
For maximum acceleration, depress the
X
accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point.
The automatic transmission shifts to a lower
gear depending on the engine speed.
Shift back up once the desired speed is
X
reached.
During kickdown, you cannot shift gears using
the steering wheel paddle shifters.
If you apply full throttle, the automatic trans-
mission shifts up to the next gear when the
maximum engine speed is reached. This pre-
vents the engine from overrevving.
Mercedes-AMG vehicles: kickdown is only
possible in the temporary setting.
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