Engine oil temperature
▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at
the low temperature end.
Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds.
▷ Normal operating temperature:
the pointer is in the middle or in the left half of the temperature display.
▷ Hot engine: the pointer is at the high temperature end. A Check Control message is displayed in addition.
See also:
Using this Owner's Manual
The fastest way to find information on a particular
topic is by using the index.
An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in
the first chapter.
Additional sources of information
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Transmission positions
D Drive, automatic position
Position for normal vehicle operation. All forward
gears are available.
R is Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
N is Neutral
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