Operation Manual

184 Automatic transmission
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Electronically controlled driving
programmes
z When SPORT mode is engaged, the
transmission shifts at higher engine
speeds (unless cruise control is on).
Control indicator 1 illuminates in the
transmission display. SPORT mode –
see page 210.
z Winter programme: press button T –
see next page.
z Automatic neutral shift function
automatically sets the transmission to N
to reduce fuel consumption, e.g. at
traffic lights.
The automatic neutral is activated when:
As soon as the brake is released and the
accelerator pedal is depressed, the
vehicle starts off in the usual manner.
z By means of delayed gear changing
(higher engine speeds) following a cold
start, the operating temperature
programme quickly and automatically
brings the catalytic converter to the
temperature required for optimum
pollutant reduction.
z The adaptive programme automatically
tailors gearshifting to the driving
conditions, e.g. greater load or
gradients.
– the selector lever is in automatic
mode 3,
– the selector lever is in position 3, 2
or 1,
– the foot brake is depressed,
– the vehicle is stationary,
– the accelerator pedal is not
actuated,
– the transmission fluid temperature
is greater than 0 °C.