2007 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 182

Controls in detail Automatic transmission Manual shift program CLK 63 AMG In addition to the automatic shift program C or S, your vehicle is equipped with the manual shift program M. In the manual program mode M, system-controlled automatic gearshifting is switched off and you need to change the gears by manually upshifting or downshifting using the steering wheel gearshift paddles ( page 179) or the gear selector lever. The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console. The selected program mode appears in the multifunction display ( page 176). i For information on automatic program modes C or S, see "Automatic shift program" ( page 176), "Gear selector lever one-touch gearshifting" ( page 177), and "Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting*" ( page 179). ! Allow engine to warm up under low load use. Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached. Shift into reverse gear R or park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Program mode selector switch M Manual C Comfort S Sport For manual gear shifting For standard driving For sporty driving 181