Passing acceleration
E00604500055
To
gain extra acceleration in “D” (DRIVE) posi-
tion (when passing another vehicle) push the accel-
erator to the floor. The A/T will automatically down-
shift.
NOTE
l In “Sports mode”, downshifts do not take
place when the accelerator is depressed all
the way to the floor.
Uphill/downhill driving E00610500018
DRIVING UPHILL
The
transmission may not upshift to a higher gear
if the computer determines the current speed can-
not be maintained once a higher gear is engaged.
For smoother vehicle performance, if you release
the throttle while climbing a steep grade, the trans-
mission may not upshift. This is normal, as the com-
puter is temporarily preventing shifting. After reach-
ing the top of the hill, normal gear shift function
will resume.
DRIVING DOWNHILL
When travelling down steep grades, the computer
may automatically select a lower gear. This func-
tion assists engine braking efforts, reducing the
need for using the brakes.
Waiting E00604600069
For short waiting periods, such as at traffic signals,
the
vehicle can be left in gear and held stationary
with the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the engine running,
the selector lever should be placed in the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position. CAUTION
l
Never
hold the vehicle stationary while in
gear on a hill with the accelerator, always
apply the parking brake and/or service
brake.
l Unexpected acceleration may occur if the
selector lever is in a position other than
“P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL).
Prior to moving off after having stopped
the vehicle, make sure that the selector lev-
er is in “D” (DRIVE) or “Sports mode”
position.
Parking E00604700233
To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete
stop,
fully engage the parking brake, and then
move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.
If you are going to leave the vehicle unattended, al-
ways switch off the engine and remove the ignition
key.
NOTE
l On a slope, be sure to apply the parking
brake before moving the selector lever to the
“P” (PARK) position. If you move the selec-
tor lever to the “P” (PARK) position before
applying the parking brake, it may be diffi-
cult to disengage the selector lever from the
“P” (PARK) position when next you drive
the vehicle, requiring application of a strong
force to the selector lever to move from the
“P” (PARK) position. When the A/T makes no speed change
E00604800351
If
the transmission does not change speeds while
driving, or your vehicle does not pick up enough
speed when starting on an uphill slope, it may be
that there is something unusual happening in the
transmission, causing a safety device to activate.
We recommend you to have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible. 1. If your vehicle has difficulty moving uphill,
shift the selector lever into 2 nd
gear of the
“Sports mode”.
This method might not work depending on
the type of transmission malfunction.
2. Once the vehicle is moving on a level road, move the selector lever back to “D” (DRIVE).
NOTE l When the “N” indication lamp in the instru-
ment panel blinks, it means that there is an ab-
normal condition in the transmission. Refer
to “Selector lever position indication lamps/
“N” indication lamp” on page 4-16. Starting and driving
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Other specifications
E01101001074Item Petrol-powered vehicles Diesel-powered vehicles
Fuel system Fuel control
Electric controlled injection Direct injectionFuel pump
Electric motor type Electric motor typeClutch
Dry single disc clutch with diaphragm spring, hydraulic actionSteering system
Rack and pinion type, power assistedSuspension Front
Independent type, MacPherson strut, coil springRear
Independent type, semi-trailing arm, coil springService brakes Type
Hydraulic, dual diagonal circuit with power assistance and anti-lock brake system with electronic
brake force distribution function Front
Ventilated disc brakesRear
Disc brakesParking brakes
Parking brake acts mechanically on rear wheelsSpecifications
9-12
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A
Accessory (Installation) 04
Accessory socket 5-35
Active stability control (ASC)
4-23
Indication lamp 4-24
Active stability control Stability control function 4-24
Additional equipment 8-19
Air conditioning Front automatic air conditioning 5-05
Important operation tips for the air condition-
ing 5-11
Rear automatic air conditioning 5-09
Air purifier (with deodorizing function) 5-12
Airbag 2-29
Antenna Glass antenna 5-31
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 4-21 Warning lamp 4-21
Armrest 2-06,2-08
Ashtray 5-33
Assist grip 5-44
Audio Error codes 5-28
Handling of compact discs 5-30
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD
player 5-13
Auto-speed (cruise) control 4-25 Indication lamp 4-26
Automatic headlamp levelling 3-20
Automatic headlamp levelling warning lamp 3-20
Automatic transmission Fluid 8-08,9-15
Selector lever operation 4-15
Sports mode 4-17 BBattery 8-10
Charge warning lamp 3-08
Discharged battery (Emergency starting)
6-02
Specification 9-10
Bonnet 8-03
Bottle holder 5-41
Brake Anti-lock brake 4-21
Braking 4-20
Fluid 8-09,9-14
Parking brake 4-04
Parking brake stroke 8-16
Pedal free play 8-16
Warning lamp 3-06
Bulb capacity 8-25
C Capacities 9-14
Card holder 5-32,5-42
Cargo loads 4-32
Cargo net 5-45
Catalytic converter
8-02
Central door locks 1-07
Changing gears 4-14
Charge warning lamp 3-08
Chassis number 9-02
Check engine warning lamp 3-07,3-08
Child restraint 2-21
Child-protection rear doors 1-08
Cigarette lighter 5-34
Cleaning Exterior of your vehicle 7-03
Genuine leather 7-02
Interior of your vehicle 7-02
Plastic, vinyl leather, etc 7-02 Washing 7-03
Clutch Fluid 8-09,9-14
Pedal free play 8-15
Coat hooks 5-44
Combination headlamps and dipper switch
3-18
Compact spare wheel 6-08
Coolant (Engine) 8-06,9-15
Corner sensor system 4-29
Cup holder 5-40
D Daytime dipper button 3-04
Demister (rear window) 3-25
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)
4-12
Diesel preheat indication lamp 3-06
Dimensions 9-04
Dipper (High/Low beam change) 3-19
Door lamps 5-37 Bulb capacity 8-26
Replacement 8-31
Doors 1-06 Central door locks 1-07
Child-protection 1-08
Lock and unlock 1-06
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-02
E Economical driving 4-02
Economical driving speed
4-14
Electric window control 1-11
Electrical system 9-10
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys-
tem) 1-03
Emergency starting 6-02
Engine specifications 9-08
Engine Alphabetical index
1
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