168 Telligent ® gearshift Activating and deactivating the contin- uous brake gearshift shifts the transmission automati- cally. ! If the continuous brake is deactivated and the Г indicator lamp in the instrument cluster does not go out, have the continu- ous brake checked at a qualified specialist workshop. 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 Keep an eye on the rev counter while driving and stay within the economical operating range. Drive in the highest possible gear. Shift down in good time before an uphill or downhill gradient. If possible, change several gears at once and avoid changing gear unless necessary. Always depress the clutch pedal until the gear change process is complete. The on-board computer display shows the engaged gear. If the clutch pedal is released before the gear change process is complete: X To activate: pull the multifunction lever to set to the desired brake level.
The Г indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. The braking effect of the continuous brake is lowest in position 1 and highest in posi- tion 2 . X To deactivate: push the multifunction lever into position g . The Г indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. R Telligent ® gearshift automatically shifts to the neutral position R the on-board computer display will flash N If you turn the ignition lock to drive position 2 and the Г indicator lamp flashes in the instrument cluster, the multifunction lever is not in position g . When ABS intervenes, the continuous brake is switched off. The Г indicator lamp in the instrument cluster remains on.
R a clacking noise will sound repeatedly in the instrument cluster When the clutch is then depressed, an appro- priate gear will be selected again. Multifunction lever and gear indicator General notes Important safety notes Telligent ® gearshift The Telligent ® gearshift has eight forward gears and six reverse gears. When driving, the transmission control con- trols clutch and gear operation, e.g. when: Telligent ® gearshift is an electronic/pneu- matic gearshift. The driver initiates the gear change process by depressing the clutch pedal; Telligent ® R pulling away R manoeuvring