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Easytronic
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When SPORT mode is engaged, shift
times are reduced and the transmission
shifts at higher engine speeds (unless
cruise control is on). SPORT mode –
see page 210.
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Winter programme: press button
T
–
see next column.
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Winter programme
T
In the event of difficulties starting-off on
slippery roads, press button
T
("
A",
currently engaged gear and
T
appear in
the transmission display). Easytronic
switches to automatic mode and the
vehicle sets off in second gear.
The winter programme is switched off by:
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pressing button
T
again,
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turning off the ignition.
In order to protect the Easytronic the winter
programme automatically switches itself
off at extremely high clutch temperatures.
If the Winter programme is activated,
SPORT mode is deactivated.
If the vehicle is switched to manual mode
while the winter programme is active,
the winter programme is interrupted.
The winter programme resumes upon
return to automatic mode.