08 Starting and driving
Transmission – general information
Transmission – positions
CAUTION
The transmission automatically shifts between
the various forward gears, based on the level
of acceleration and speed.
The transmission’s temperature is moni-
tored to help prevent damage to the trans-
mission or other drivetrain components. If
there is a risk of overheating, the warning
symbol on the instrument panel will illumi-
nate and a text message will be displayed.
Follow the instructions provided there.
Park: position P
Select the P position when starting or park-
ing.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)4
HSA makes it easier to start or back up on a
hill by retaining pressure on the brake pedal
for several seconds after the pedal has been
released in order to keep the vehicle at a
standstill.
The brakes will be released after several sec-
onds or when the driver presses the accelera-
tor pedal.
Shiftgate positions
Depress the button on the front of the gear
selector knob to move the gear selector
between the R, N, D, and P positions.
Related information
Transmission – positions (p. 252)
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The gear selector can be moved freely
between the Geartronic (manual shifting) and
Drive (D) positions while driving.
Transmission – Geartronic (p. 254)
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Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 256)
All Wheel Drive (AWD) (p. 264)
Fuel tank volume – specification and vol-
ume (p. 380)
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Certain models only
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