Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Vehicles with auto-
matic transmission:
acceleration charac-
teristics are deterio-
rating.
Transmission no
longer
shifts into all of the
gears.
Reverse gear can no
longer be selected.
Transmission is in emergency mode.
X
Stop.
X
Shift transmission to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Wait at least ten seconds.
X
Start the engine.
X
Shift transmission to position D.
X
Have the transmission checked immediately at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
¯ or ° warning
lamp flashes for a few
seconds after starting
the engine.
Colour display: Next
service in … km or
Service
due
… km ago
appears.
A service due date is approaching or has already passed:
R
¯ indicates a minor service.
R
° indicates a full service.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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