2011 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 160

158 Automatic transmission A Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. The transmission could otherwise be damaged. No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels. Releasing the brakes will allow you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push it or tow it. If ESP® is deactivated or faulty: only shift the transmission to position N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding, e.g. on icy roads. Driving tips Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. X Driving and parking Vehicles for USA: fully depress the accelerator pedal. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. X Vehicles for Canada: depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. ! Driving in neutral N can damage the drive train. 7 Drive The automatic transmission changes gear automatically. All forward gears are available. Working on the vehicle G Warning When working on the vehicle, engage the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into park position P. Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Gearshifting The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic gearshifting behavior is determined by: shift range restriction, if selected selected drive program E/S or M (vehicles with the dynamic handling package) (Y page 158) Rthe position of the accelerator pedal Rthe road speed Rthe Ra Program selector button Program selector button