Handbrake
Manual gear shifting and pedals
Introduction
Fig. 103
Handbrake
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manual gear changing
Pedals
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Manual gear changing
Fig. 104
Shift pattern of the 5-speed
manual gearbox
Read and observe and on page 103 first.
Apply
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
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Releasing
Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 103.
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Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
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Always depress the clutch pedal all the way down. This prevents uneven wear
on the clutch.
The handbrake warning light lights up when the handbrake is applied, pro-
vided the ignition is on.
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 28.
WARNING
Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch
pedal and hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before reverse gear is engag-
ed to avoid any shift noises.
Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which
is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating. This can
have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system – there is a
risk of an accident.
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the
ignition is on.
CAUTION
WARNING
After the vehicle has come to a standstill, always apply the handbrake first and
then put into the first gear (vehicles with manual gearbox) or move the selec-
tor lever to the P position (vehicles with automatic gearbox).
Never engage reverse gear when driving – there is the risk of an accident.
CAUTION
If not in the process of changing gear, do not leave your hand on the gearshift
lever while driving. The pressure from the hand can cause the gearshift mech-
anism to wear excessively.
Pedals
The operation of the pedals must not be hindered under any circumstances!
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Driving
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