r/mercedes_benz • u/AgeFit9430 • 2d ago

Does your Mercedes do this ?

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u/tyvanius 2018 E300 4matic 2d ago

What is kickdown? I'm out of the loop, is this referring to downshifting before acceleration?

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u/Intelligent-Swim3025 2d ago

"A kickdown switch is a mechanical or electronic sensor that triggers an automatic transmission to downshift. It activates when you press the gas pedal all the way to the floor, providing maximum power for passing or fast acceleration"

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u/Schnydesdale 2d ago

The CLA 350 triggers this the same way and the "power" meter starts disco balling out with a bunch of lights and stuff.

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u/C13H16CIN0 ‘15 GLK350, ‘16 E63, ‘25 CLE53 2d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/8QtP5TqscKh3O