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Transmission position display
;
Drive program display
If the transmission position display in the mul-
tifunction display is not working, you should
pull away carefully to check whether the
desired transmission position is engaged.
Ideally, you should select transmission posi-
tion D and drive program C or S.
Engaging park position P
X
When the vehicle is stationary, press but-
ton :.
Transmission positions
B
Park position
This prevents the vehicle from roll-
ing away when stopped.
Only shift the transmission into
position P when the vehicle is sta-
tionary (
Y page 159). The parking
lock should not be used as a brake
when parking. Always apply the
electronic parking brake in addi-
tion to the parking lock in order to
secure the vehicle.
If the vehicle electronics are mal-
functioning, the transmission may
be locked in position P. Have the
vehicle electronics checked imme-
diately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Park position P is automatically
engaged if:
R
you switch off the engine using
the SmartKey and remove the
SmartKey
R
you switch off the engine using
the SmartKey or using the Start/
Stop button and open the driv-
er's door or front-passenger
door
R
the driver's door is opened when
the vehicle is stationary or driv-
ing at very low speed and the
transmission is in position D or R
C
Reverse gear
Only shift the transmission into
position R when the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
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Automatic transmission
Driving and parking