2009 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 141
2009 Mercedes R-Class Manual
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Controls in detail Automatic transmission If the current transmission position does not appear in the multifunction display due to a malfunction, for example, make sure that the automatic transmission is in the desired position: X X X X Effect ì Park position Shift the automatic transmission into park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked. Rather, the driver should always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatic transmission into park position P to secure the vehicle. If the vehicle's electrical system is malfunctioning, the automatic transmission could remain locked in park position P. X Have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Reverse gear Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped. ë Effect Neutral position No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). To avoid damage to the transmission, never shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving. Exception: If the ESP® is deactivated or malfunctioning, shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding. Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D. Select program mode S. Do not limit the gear range. Drive off carefully. í ! Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with the automatic transmission in neutral position N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ê Drive position Z 139