When the system is deactivated, the symbol illumi-
nates in the button
Automatic gearbox
.
If a system-related engine switch-off occurs and the
system is deactivated, the engine will start.
Lever positions
Troubleshooting
The engine does not switch off when stopping, or it
starts before starting up
The system has detected that the engine is running.
Manual gearbox
Parked vehicle
Operation
The drive wheels are locked.
Only set the position when the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
NOTICE
Danger of engine damage!
Reverse gear
Shift into higher gear before reaching the red area
of the rev counter scale.
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Only set the position when the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
Neutral
NOTICE
There is no transmission of engine power to the
wheels.
Danger of gearbox damage!
Depress the clutch pedal all the way down.
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·
Forward drive / sports program
If not in the process of changing gear, do not
The gear is changed automatically.
leave your hand on the gearshift lever.
In mode, the gear is changed at higher speeds
than in mode.
Engaging reverse gear
— Stop the vehicle.
Choose between and (spring-loaded posi-
tion)
— Depress the clutch pedal completely.
— Move the shift lever to the neutral position.
— Push the gearshift lever down.
— Set this completely to the left.
— Wait briefly.
Moving the selector lever out of the or position
lights up - the selector lever is locked
— Engage reverse gear.
— Press the brake pedal, and at the same time, press
the button in the selector lever.
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Starting and driving
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