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Warning lamps Warning lamps Displayed on the instrument panelDisplayed on the instrument panel
Transmission See page 2, item See page 2, item 2, 4 2, 4 and 16and 16and
Electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake See page 2, item See page 2, item 19
Starting and driving
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Select P before switching off the engine. However, if the engine is switched off with Reverse, Drive or Sport selected, the selector will automatically return to P while retracting.
Low tire pressure
Braking system fault or brake fluid low
Braking system fault or brake fluid low. USA onlyElectric parking brake is applied. Flashing - EPB fault. USA only Electric parking brake is applied. Flashing - EPB fault.
Seat belt reminder
Forward alert active
Automatic speed limiter active
Adaptive cruise control active in follow mode
Dynamic stability control fault. Flashes when DSC is operatingAnti-lock braking system fault.
Anti-lock braking system fault. USA only
Engine/transmission malfunction
DSC switched off, Trac DSC on
Air bag fault
Gearshift interlock
Apply the foot brake then move the selector from the Park position. Maintain brake pressure until a gear is selected.
Automatic gear selection
Select D for fully automatic gear changes.
Sport mode
This is an automatic gear change mode, however, change points are modified to make full use of engine power.
Press the selector down and rotate from D to Sport.
Manual gear changes
Manual gear change mode is effective when rapid acceleration and engine braking are required.
To shift down, briefly pull the left (-) paddle.•
To shift up, briefly pull the right (+) paddle.•
When the paddles are used in D, gear selection will revert to automatic if use of the paddles is not maintained. With S selected, continuous manual operation is initiated if the paddles are used.
To return to automatic operation pull and hold the right hand paddle for 2 seconds.
Operating note
If the engine is switched off with Neutral selected, automatic selection of P is delayed for 10 minutes. DONOTuse this feature to enable towing of the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle recovery in the Owner’s Handbook.
Releasing
With the ignition on, apply the foot brake and press • down on the parking brake lever.
If the vehicle is stationary with the parking brake • applied and either Drive or Reverse selected, pressing the accelerator will automatically release the parking brake.
Applying
With the vehicle stationary, lift up the parking brake • lever and then release it. The red warning lamp in the instrument panel will illuminate.
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Gas station information
Gas filler flap opening
The gas filler flap can be opened only when the vehicle is unlocked. Press the flap firmly approximately 1.4 in (35 mm) from the left hand edge and release.
Gas cap
Twist the gas cap counter-clockwise to release.
A hook is provided on the flap hinge to hold the cap while refueling. After refueling, tighten the gas cap until it clicks 3 times.
Fuel specification
The correct fuel specification for your vehicle is shown on the inside of the gas filler flap.
Incorrect fueling
Do not use E85 fuels (85% Ethanol content). Equipment necessary for the use of fuels containing more than 10% Ethanol is not fitted to this vehicle. If E85 fuels are used serious engine and fuel system damage will occur.
Avoid using fuel containing Methanol. If it is unavoidable, do not use a fuel with more than 10% Methanol content. The fuel must contain co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors. Fuel system damage and engine performance problems can occur when Methanol is used.
No responsibility is accepted for damage caused by using incorrect fuels.
If the vehicle is filled with the wrong type of fuel:
•DO NOT start the engine!
•Call for qualified assistance!
Hood release
The hood release is located in the left-hand front footwell.
Tire pressure label location
Tire pressures are shown on a label attached to the driver’s side center doorpost.
In ambient temperatures above or below 68oF (20oC), tire pressure compensation may be required. Refer to TIRE PRESSURE COMPENSATION in the Owner’s Handbook.
