Driving and operating 197
Electronic driving programmes
Following a cold start, the operating
temperature programme increases
engine speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
Special programmes automatically
adapt the shifting points when driving
up inclines or down hills.
In snowy or icy conditions or on other
slippery surfaces, the electronic
transmission control enables the
driver to select manually first, second
or third gear for starting off.
Kickdown
Pressing down the accelerator pedal
beyond the kickdown detent will lead
to maximum acceleration when
driving in D or M. The transmission
shifts to a lower gear depending on
engine speed.
Fault
In the event of a fault, C illuminates
and a message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
Vehicle messages 3 112.
Electronic transmission control
enables only third gear. The
transmission no longer shifts
automatically.
Do not drive faster than 100 km/h.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Interruption of power supply
In the event of an interruption of
power supply, it is not possible to
select another mode when P is
engaged.
Towing the vehicle 3 295.
If the vehicle battery is discharged,
start the vehicle using jump leads
3 294.
If the vehicle battery is not the cause
of the fault, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Manual transmission
To engage reverse on 5-speed
transmission, with the vehicle
stationary and engine at idle depress
the clutch pedal and move the
selector lever to the right and rear.
To engage reverse on 6-speed
transmission, with the vehicle
stationary and engine at idle depress
the clutch pedal, pull the ring under
the selector lever and move the
selector lever quite to the left and
front.
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