Manual Program Selection, Function (722.6 In MODEL 203, 209.3 (Except 209.376) Up To 05/31/03, 211 (Except 211.076) Up To 08/31/03): Notes

Fig 1: Manual Program Selection, Function

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S16/5 Using the selector lever and transmission mode switch (<>) of the floor shift is possible to adapt the automatic gearshift sequence to suit specific operating conditions. See Fig 1.

In the forward gears the shift range can, in fact, be changed while driving, but the electronic transmission control (ETC) prevents a shift at an unacceptably high engine speed.

In the "W" (winter program) position of the transmission mode switch (S16/5) a lower overall ratio and, as a result, a lower output moment is available when starting off forwards and when reversing. This allows the vehicle to move off more gently. In addition, the gears are not driven to maximum revs.

1. Floor Shift, Location/Task/Design/Function
   
   See CENTER SHIFTER CONSOLE, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION (MODELS 209, 211) .
2. Location/Task/Design/Function Of Shift Detent
   
   See LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION OF SHIFT DETENT (MODEL 209, 211) .
3. R/P Lock, Location/Task/Design/Function
   
   See R/P LOCK, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION (MODEL 209. 211, 219) .
4. Location/Task/Function Of Position Indicator (Model 211)
   
   See .
5. ETC Control Module, Location/Task
   
   See ETC CONTROL UNIT, LOCATION/TASK .
6. Electronic Selector Lever Module Control Module, Location/Task/Design
   
   See ELECTRONIC SELECTOR LEVER MODULE CONTROL UNIT, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN (MODEL 209, 211, 219) .