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QUICKSHIFT GEARBOX (continued)
Starting
Switch on the ignition.
The display lights up on the
instrument panel.
If neutral N is displayed, start the
engine but do not depress the
accelerator.
If a gear other than neutral N is
displayed, the display will flash;
the engine can be started if you
depress the brake pedal (warning
light 4 will come on if you forget)
while keeping the ignition key in
the starting position.
Neutral N will then be selected
automatically and the engine will
start.
You may also select neutral after
switching on the ignition by
pushing the lever to the right whilst
depressing the brake pedal.
When the engine is running,
automatic mode will be selected by
default.
Note: do not attempt to bump start
the engine if the battery is
discharged (the display remains off
when the ignition is switched on).
Starting up
Driving forwards (from neutral)
The gear display shows N and A.
• With your foot on the brake
pedal, push the selector lever
forwards and then release it.
• Take your foot off the brake pedal
and accelerate gently to drive
forwards.
Reverse gear (vehicle stopped)
• With your foot on the brake
pedal. Push the selector lever
towards the right and to the rear
asshownonthebaseofthelever,
and then release it. Reverse gear is
engaged and the letter R appears
on the display.
• Releasethebrakepedal:
- the engine idle speed is
sufficient for parking
manoeuvres.
- accelerate gently to reverse.
You may shift from reverse gear to a
forwards gear by pushing the lever
forwards once the vehicle is
stationary.
Note: you must depress the brake to
engage or disengage a gear when
halted. Otherwise, warning light 4
will light up.
The level of oil in the
automatic transmission
system reservoir varies
according to use. Adding
oil is strictly forbidden (except
by qualified RENAULT network
personnel).