Sport program and manual mode M/S
Activating the sport program
Push the selector lever to the left out of transmission position D.
DS is displayed in the instrument cluster.
This position is recommended for a performance- oriented driving style.
Activating the M/S manual mode
Push the selector lever to the left out of transmission position D.
Push the selector lever forward or backward.
Manual mode becomes active and the gear is changed.
The engaged gear is displayed in the instrument cluster, e.g., M1.
- To shift down: press the selector lever forward.
- To shift up: press the selector lever backward.
The transmission only shifts up or down if the rpm and vehicle speed are appropriate. If the engine speed is too high, the transmission does not shift down.
The selected gear is briefly displayed in the instrument cluster, followed by the current gear.
Ending the sport program/manual mode
Push the selector lever to the right.
D is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Displays in the instrument cluster
The transmission position is displayed, for instance, P.
See also:
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