Mercedes-Benz Vito User Manual

E To select the ideal shift range: press
and hold the selector lever to the left
towards D–.
The automatic transmission will shift to
a range which allows easy acceleration
and deceleration. To do this, the auto-
matic transmission will shift down one
or more gears.
Shift ranges
When the selector lever is in position D
you can restrict or derestrict the shift
range for the automatic transmission.
E Press the selector lever briefly towards
the right (D+) or left (D–).
The set shift range is shown in the dis-
play.
i If the maximum engine speed for the shift
range is reached and you depress the accelera-
tor, the automatic transmission will shift up
even if the shift range is restricted. The engine
could otherwise overrev.
ê The automatic transmission shifts
through all 5 gears.
é The automatic transmission shifts
only as far as fourth gear.
è The automatic transmission shifts
only as far as third gear.
This position allows you to use
the braking effect of the engine.
ç The automatic transmission shifts
only as far as second gear.
Use the braking effect of the en-
gine on steep downhill gradients
and for driving
I
on steep mountain roads
I
in mountainous terrain
I
in arduous conditions
æ The automatic transmission only
works in first gear.
Use the braking effect of the en-
gine on extremely steep downhill
gradients and long downhill
stretches.
Driving tips
Accelerator pedal position
Your style of driving influences how the
automatic transmission shifts gear:
I
Little throttle: early upshifts
I
Lots of throttle: later upshifts
Kickdown
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
E Depress the accelerator pedal beyond
the pressure point.
The automatic transmission shifts to
the next gear down, depending on the
engine speed.
E Once the required speed is reached,
ease off the throttle.
The automatic transmission shifts up
again.
Stopping
If you only need to stop briefly:
E Leave the selector lever in the drive po-
sition.
E Secure the vehicle against rolling away
using the brake pedal.
Manoeuvring
Manoeuvring in a tight space:
E Control the vehicle's speed by braking
carefully.
Controls
Shifting gears
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Mercedes-Benz Vito Specifications

General

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
Model	Vito
Category	Automobile
Language	English