Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Selector lever
Overview of transmission positions
Selector lever in AMG vehicles with P button
P Park position with parking lock
R Reverse gear
N Neutral
D Drive
Transmission position and drive program display
1. Transmission position display
2. Drive program display
The indicators light up when the SmartKey is inserted into the ignition lock. The indicators go out when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock.
AMG vehicles: the current position of the selector lever is shown by the indicators next to the selector lever.
If the transmission position display in the multifunction display is not working, you should pull away carefully to check whether the desired transmission position is engaged. Ideally, you should select transmission position D and drive program E. Do not restrict the shift range.
Important safety notes
WARNING It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on th ...See also:
Stowage compartments in the front
Glove box
i The glove box can be ventilated
•► To open: pull handle 1 and open glove box
flap 2.
•► To close: fold glove box flap 2 upwards
until it engages.
The glove box c ...
Storage compartments
These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or
passengers.
CAUTION:
• To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartments.
• Always keep ...
Folding the front seat backrest
The front passenger seat backrest can be folded to a horizontal position to make
room for a long load. Fold the backrest as follows:
1 - Move the seat as far back and down as possible.
2 - Adjus ...