158 Driving and operating
Engine braking
For manual transmission, downshift
to a lower gear in a sequential order.
9 Warning
Do not downshift your manual
transmission by two or more gear
positions at a time.
This prevents damage to your
transmission or loss of control and
personal injuries.
Note
Use of engine compression during
long mountainous descents may
prolong the life of your brakes.
Brakes
The brake system comprises two
independent brake circuits.
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can
still be braked using the other brake
circuit. However, braking effect is
achieved only when the brake pedal
is depressed firmly. Considerably
more force is needed for this. The
braking distance is extended. Seek
the assistance of a workshop before
continuing your journey.
Caution
If one of the circuits fails, the brake
pedal must be pressed with
greater pressure and the braking
distance may be increased. Have
the brake system checked and
repaired by a workshop
immediately. We recommend that
you consult your authorised
workshop.
If the brake pedal can be pressed
further than normal, the brakes
may be in need of repair.
Consult a workshop immediately.
We recommend that you consult
your authorised workshop.
Caution
Do not drive with your foot resting
on the brake pedal. To do so will
accelerate wear of the brake
components. The brakes may also
become overheated, resulting in
longer braking distance and an
unsafe condition.
9 Warning
After driving through deep water,
washing the vehicle, or using the
brakes excessively when going
down a steep hill, the brakes can
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