Changing Gears - Mercedes-Benz G-Class Operator's Manual

Automatic transmission
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Transmission positions
B
Park position
Do not shift the transmission into
position P (
vehicle is stationary. The parking
lock should not be used as a brake
when parking. In addition to
engaging the parking lock, you
must always apply the parking
brake to secure the vehicle.
i
The SmartKey can only be
removed if the transmission is in
position P. When there is no
SmartKey in the ignition lock, the
selector lever is locked in
position P.
Have the vehicle electronics
checked immediately at a qualified
specialist workshop.
C Reverse gear
Only shift the transmission to R
when the vehicle is stationary.
page 145) unless the
Y
A
Neutral
No power is transmitted from the
engine to the drive wheels.
Releasing the brakes will allow you
to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to
push it or tow it.
Do not shift the transmission to N
while driving. Otherwise, the
automatic transmission could be
damaged.
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If ESP is deactivated or faulty:
only shift the transmission to
position N if the vehicle is in danger
of skidding, e.g. on icy roads.
If you want to engage the transfer
case, shift briefly into N
( page 194).
Y
! Rolling in neutral N can damage
the drive train.
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Drive
The automatic transmission
changes gear automatically. All
forward gears are available.
Changing gear
The automatic transmission shifts to the
individual gears automatically when it is in
transmission position D. This automatic
gearshifting behavior is determined by:
a shift range restriction, if selected
R
the position of the transfer case (HIGH
R
RANGE or LOW RANGE)
the position of the accelerator pedal
R
the road speed
R