Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2011 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 128)

Problems with the automatic transmission
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer changes gear. The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into
second gear and reverse gear.
X Stop the vehicle.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock.
X Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine.
X Shift the transmission to position D or R.
If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is
selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
X Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center,
immediately.
You hear a warning
tone. You have:
R
switched off the engine
R
opened the driver's door
R
not moved the selector lever to position P
X Move the selector lever to P.
Releasing the parking lock manually
In the event of a malfunction, it is possible to
release the selector lever lock manually to
move it out of position
P, e.g. if you wish to
have the vehicle towed.
X Apply the parking brake.
X Insert a suitable implement : into the
opening protected by the flap.
X Press implement : downwards and
simultaneously move the selector lever out
of position
P.
X Remove implement :.
The selector lever can now be moved freely
until it is returned to position
P.
i The protective flap only closes completely
if you briefly press to selector lever towards
D-.
Transfer case
General notes
The vehicle has permanent all-wheel drive.
The front and rear axles are being constantly
driven.
For further information on driving off-road,
see (
Y page 142).
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Automatic transmission
Driving and parking