Drive (D)

D is the normal driving position. The car automatically shifts between the various forward gears, based on the level of acceleration and speed. The car must be at a standstill when shifting from position R to position D.
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Tire designations
Federal law mandates that tire manufacturers place standardized information on
the sidewall of all tires (see the illustration).
The following information is listed on the tire sidewall:
The tire ...
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which
means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate
for the curvature of a bend. This ensu ...
Engine Drag Control (EDC)
EDC helps keep the engine running if the
wheels show a tendency to lock, e.g., when
shifting down in the Geartronic manual shifting
mode or while using the engine's braking function
on a slipp ...
