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Automated gearbox
Reverse manoeuvring mode
In the manoeuvring mode (for example,
when entering a loading dock or
coupling or uncoupling trailers) the
vehicle speed and pulling force are very
easy to control with the accelerator
pedal. When the accelerator is
released, the vehicle stops.
When driving in manoeuvring mode,
there is continuous slip in the clutch.
Therefore, only use the manoeuvring
mode for actual manoeuvring.
The lowest gear is always selected for
the manoeuvring mode, both forward
and reverse, and the maximum engine
speed, with the accelerator pedal down,
is limited.
The manoeuvring mode is not a crawl
gear.
WARNING! If the accelerator pedal is not operated, the vehicle may
start to roll. If rolling is unwanted, this may lead to dangerous
situations resulting in serious injury and damage to the vehicle.
– If rolling is unwanted, apply the service brake if the accelerator
pedal is not operated.
CAUTION: The clutch is continuously slipping when driving in the
manoeuvring mode. Driving on a level road in this mode may lead to
clutch overload or damage.
– Only use the manoeuvring mode for actual manoeuvring.
– Never use the manoeuvring mode for normal driving on a level
road, on a gradient or when driving over heavy terrain.
– The exception to this is driving on snowy roads when all traction
increasing aids (such as increasing the wheel slip with ASR switch,
lifting trailing axle and so on) have been applied and the driven
wheels still have no traction, in which case the manoeuvring mode
can be used on flat roads only.
Try to make a path by rocking the vehicle backwards and forwards.
To do this, select the forward and reverse manoeuvring mode
alternately while giving a little throttle. Keep the vehicle in motion
by using the moving weight of the vehicle.
Only use the manoeuvring mode in this way for a few moments to
avoid overloading the clutch.
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