Operation
The hill driving assistant helps the driver to
move off and upward on a hill when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
The reverse lights switch on when the reverse
gear is selected and the ignition is on.
conditions. Depress the brake pedal or use
the hand brake immediately.
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If the engine stalls, depress the brake ped-
al or use the hand brake immediately.
WARNING
The system maintains brake pressure for ap-
proximately two seconds after the driver
takes his foot off the brake pedal to prevent
the vehicle from lurching backward when it is
started. During these 2 seconds, the driver
has enough time to release the clutch pedal
and accelerate without the vehicle moving
and without having to use the handbrake,
making start-up easier, more comfortable
and safer.
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When the engine is running, the vehicle
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When following a line of traffic uphill, if you
will start to move as soon as a gear is engag-
ed and the clutch released.
want to prevent the vehicle from rolling back
accidentally when starting off, hold the brake
pedal down for a few seconds before starting
off.
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Never select the reverse gear when the ve-
hicle is in motion. Risk of accident.
Note
Note
The Official Service or a specialist workshop
can tell you if your vehicle is equipped with
this system.
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Do not rest your hand on the gear lever
while driving. The pressure of your hand
could cause premature wear on the selector
forks in the gearbox.
These are the basic operation conditions:
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being on a ramp or hill/slope,
doors closed,
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When changing gear, you should always
depress the clutch fully to avoid unnecessary
wear and damage.
Manual gearbox
vehicle completely stationary,
engine running and foot on the brake,
besides having a gear engaged or being in
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Do not “slip” the clutch to hold the vehicle
Driving with a manual gearbox
on a hill. This causes premature wear and
damage to the clutch.
Read the additional information carefully
neutral for manual gear change and with the
selector lever at position S, D or R for an au-
tomatic gearbox.
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Do not leave your foot on the clutch pedal;
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although the pressure may seem insignifi-
cant, it can cause the premature wear of the
clutch plate. Use the foot rest when you do
not need to change gear.
Certain versions of the model may include a
6-speed manual gearbox, and its diagram is
shown on the gearbox lever.
This system is also active when reversing up-
hill.
The reverse gear can only be engaged when
the car is stationary. When the engine is run-
ning and before engaging this gear, wait
about 6 seconds with the clutch pressed
down thoroughly in order to protect the gear-
box.
WARNING
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If you do not start the vehicle immediately
after taking your foot off the brake pedal, the
vehicle may start to roll back under certain
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