Shift Point Changes on Inclines and Declines
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An additional gear change map automatically selects the gear changes for gradients dependent upon accelerator pedal position and driving speed.
- The gear change map for extreme uphill stretches is matched to engine output
- The gear change map for extreme downhill stretches is matched to the braking effect of the engine.
- Direct gear selection by way of the Tiptronic function permits utilization of engine braking action with a specific gear engaged, for example, on a downhill gradient with a trailer.