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
Use in automatic car washes, for example. The vehicle can roll.
When the ignition is switched off, position P is engaged automatically.
P Park
Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The drive wheels are blocked.
P is engaged automatically:
- After the engine is switched off, if the car is in radio ready state, or if the ignition is switched off, and if position R or D is engaged.
- If the ignition is switched off and position N is engaged.
- If the safety belt is unbuckled, the driver's door is opened, and the brake pedal is not pressed while the vehicle is stationary and transmission position R or D is engaged.
Kickdown
Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving performance. Press on the accelerator beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position.
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