Driving
► For maximum acceleration without
touching the selector, fully depress the
accelerator pedal (kick-down).
It is only possible to change from one
gear to another if the vehicle speed and
engine speed permit.
Creeping (moving without
using the accelerator)
This function facilitates manoeuvring of the
vehicle at low speed (when parking, in traffic
jams, etc.).
With the engine at idle, parking brake released
and position D, M or R selected, the vehicle
moves as soon as you take your foot off
the brake pedal (even without pressing the
accelerator).
The gearbox changes down automatically or
holds the gear selected until the maximum
engine speed is reached.
When braking, the gearbox changes down
automatically to provide effective engine braking.
If you release the accelerator sharply, the
gearbox will not shift to a higher gear for safety
reasons.
If the engine speed is too low or too high,
the selected gear flashes for a few
seconds, then the gear actually engaged is
shown.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving very
slowly, the gearbox automatically selects gear
M1.
As a safety precaution, never leave the
vehicle with the engine running and the
doors closed.
Never select position N while the vehicle
is moving.
Never select positions P or R unless the
vehicle is completely stationary.
To preserve the brakes while descending
a steep incline, use engine braking to
reduce your speed (change down or select a
lower gear).
Keeping the brake pedal pressed
continuously for long periods can overheat
the brakes, with the risk of damaging the
braking system or making it inoperative.
Only use the brakes when necessary, to slow
or stop the vehicle.
Manual operation
► With the selector in position D, press
button M to enable 6- or 8-speed
sequential gear changing.
The indicator lamp for the button comes on.
► Operate the "+" or "-" steering mounted
controls.
M appears and the engaged gears are
shown in succession on the instrument
panel.
Temporary manual control
of gear changes
You can temporarily assume control of gear
changing using the "+" et "-” steering-mounted
controls. The gear change request will be
executed if the engine speed permits.
This function allows you to anticipate certain
situations, such as overtaking another vehicle or
approaching a bend in the road.
Depending on the road configuration
(e.g. mountainous road), manual
operation may be preferable.
Automatic operation may not always be
suitable, and does not enable engine braking.
► You can revert to automatic operation at any
time by pressing button M again.
The indicator lamp for the button goes off.
After a few seconds with no inputs via the control
paddles, the gearbox reverts to automatic
operation.
In manual mode, there is no need to
release the accelerator pedal while
changing gear.
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