2007 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 152

Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Automatic transmission* Automatic transmission is standard equipment on select models and available as optional equipment on select other models. For more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see "Automatic transmission*" ( page 47). Your vehicle's transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjustments are performed based on current operating and driving conditions. If the operating conditions change, the automatic transmission reacts by adjusting its shift program. Warning! Gear selector lever The gear selector lever is located on the lower part of the center console. G Make sure that absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals' range of movement. Keep the driver's footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between or beneath the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury. Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission i During the brief warm-up, transmission upshifting is delayed. This allows the catalytic converter to heat up more quickly to operating temperature. P Park position R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position i The current gear selector lever position P, R, N or D appears in the multifunction display ( page 153). 151