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Gear control

Selection controls

The R, N and D switches can be used to engage various gearbox positions:
  • R: reverse;
  • N: neutral;
  • D: drive in automatic mode.
The engaged position is displayed on the instrument panel as a reminder.

To engage N position

With the vehicle stationary and the engine running, press the brake pedal and briefly press the N switch (the built-in indicator light on the N switch lights up in white and N is displayed on the instrument panel).

Driving in automatic mode

With the vehicle stationary, the engine running and your foot on the brake pedal, briefly press the D switch (the built-in indicator light on the D switch lights up in white and D is displayed on the instrument panel).
Note: with D, R position engaged, with the vehicle stationary, the vehicle will move forward as soon as you release the brake pedal (without pressing on the accelerator pedal).
If one of the conditions is not met, the current position flashes for approximately five seconds and the "Press brake pedal" message is displayed on the instrument panel for approximately five seconds.
In most traffic conditions, you will not have to touch the switches.
Note: with the engine running and the vehicle moving at between 0 and 9 mph (14 km/h), with N or R position engaged, it is not necessary to press the brake pedal to engage D position. This is useful during parking manoeuvres requiring a number of alternate forward and reverse movements.

To select reverse gear

With the vehicle stationary, the engine running and your foot on the brake pedal, briefly press the R switch (the built-in indicator light on the R switch lights up in white and R is displayed on the instrument panel).
Tip
With D, R position engaged, with the vehicle stationary, the vehicle will move forward as soon as you release the brake pedal (without pressing on the accelerator pedal).
If the brake pedal is not pressed down, the current position flashes for approximately five seconds and the indicator light 1 remains displayed on the instrument panel.
Note: with the engine running and the vehicle moving at between 0 and 6 mph (10 km/h), with N or D position engaged, it is not necessary to press the brake pedal to engage R position. This is useful during parking manoeuvres requiring a number of alternate forward and reverse movements.

Parking the vehicle

With the vehicle stationary, press the brake pedal and briefly press the N switch.
Note: once engaged after the engine is stopped, N position is maintained until the vehicle ignition is switched on again.
Ensure that the parking brake is engaged and that the vehicle is immobilised .
WARNING
The electronic parking brake can be used to immobilise the vehicle. Before leaving the vehicle, check that the electronic parking brake is fully applied. The application of the electronic parking brake is confirmed by the illumination of the indicator light on the electronic parking brake switch and the warning light on the instrument panel until the doors are locked. Depending on the vehicle, a label is affixed at the top of the windscreen as a reminder of this .
WARNING
Engaging the gear control N position does not mechanically lock the drive wheels: ensure that the vehicle is immobilised before leaving the vehicle.
WARNING
For safety reasons, do not switch off the ignition before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill.

Operating faults

In the event of an engine fault or an electrical fault (battery fault, etc.), make sure that the vehicle is properly immobilised.
WARNING
An impact to the underside of the vehicle while manoeuvring (e.g. striking a post, raised kerb or other street furniture) may result in damage to the vehicle (e.g. deformation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have your vehicle checked by an approved dealer.