Driving mode
5.2 Operating the transmission
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GMK3060
13.12.2018
5.2.4 Changing operating mode
The display shows which operating mode is switched on.
– Symbol (1) – Automatic operating mode on.
– Symbol (2) – Manual operating mode on.
It is possible to switch between the operating modes whilst the vehicle is
stationary or whilst on the move.
Changing to
automatic mode
The Automatic operating mode is intended for on-road driving.
• Press the gearshift lever to the left once.
The transmission switches to the Automatic operating mode.
– When at a standstill, a suitable starting gear is engaged.
– While driving, the gears are changed automatically, depending on the load.
Changing to
manual mode
The Manual operating mode is intended for off-road driving with load conditions
changing at short notice.
You can change over either with a gear change or without a gear change.
Changing without gear change
• Press the gearshift lever to the left once.
The transmission remains in the currently selected gear and is now in Manual
operating mode.
Changing with gear change
• Press the switch lever forwards or backwards once.
The transmission upshifts one gear (or downshifts one gear) and is now in Manual
operating mode.