174 Telligent ® automatic gearshift You can shift up or down by single reverse gears in succession while reversing: entirely depressed. The gear change is complete when the on-board computer dis- play shows the gear. X Pull the multifunction lever up briefly (to shift up) ; or push it down briefly (to shift down) = . The gear change is complete when the next higher or next lower reverse gear appears in the on-board computer display. Telligent ® automatic gearshift Important safety notes Shifting to the reverse gears while the vehicle is in motion is only possible at suitable engine speeds or driving speeds. If the vehicle speed is too high, a warning tone will sound.
The selected reverse gear is not engaged. The transmission control only selects permissible reverse gears. G WARNING If there is a loss of pressure or insufficient reservoir pressure in the transmission/clutch circuit, you can no longer shift gears. There is a risk of an accident. Do not pull away, or stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions. Secure the vehicle against roll- ing away, e.g. with the parking brake. Have the compressed-air system repaired at a qualified specialist workshop.
Driving mode Rapid changes of direction Multifunction lever and gear indicator General notes The Telligent ® automatic gearshift transmis- sion has eight forward gears and six reverse gears. When driving, the transmission control con- trols clutch and gear operation, e.g. when: At speeds of up to approximately 30 km/h, you can preselect a reverse or forward gear while driving. To change the direction of travel R pulling away R manoeuvring X Turn the direction switch to the h (drive/ forward gear) or k (reverse gear) posi- tion : . From the 1st forward gear, the 1st reverse gear is preselected, and vice versa. From the 2nd forward gear, the 2nd reverse gear is preselected, and vice versa.
From the 3rd or higher forward gear, the 3rd reverse gear is selected. From the 3rd or higher reverse gear, the 3rd forward gear is selected. The gear is engaged as soon as the vehicle nears standstill and the clutch pedal is R changing gear R stopping the vehicle If the Telligent ® automatic gearshift malfunc- tions, it is possible to continue driving in backup drive mode ( Y page 120). Do not let the engine speed drop below the minimum engine speed of 720 rpm.