18In briefAutomatic transmissionP:parkR:reverseN:neutralD:automatic modeM:manual mode: move selector
lever from D to the left.<:manual mode upshifting]:manual mode downshifting
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 147.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 215, 3 247.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 191.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats and seat belts 3 31, 3 49,
3 57.
● Soft top must be completely opened or closed 3 36.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Manual transmission: operate clutch and brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector to
P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
256IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 189
Active head restraints ...................48
Adaptive forward lighting ....94,
117, 198
AdBlue .................................. 93, 144
Adjustable air vents ...................134
Airbag, belt tensioners and roll bars ........................................... 90
Airbag deactivation ................63, 90
Airbag label................................... 59 Airbag system .............................. 59
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 135
Air conditioning system .............. 127
Air intake .................................... 134
Air vents...................................... 134
Antilock brake system ................ 151
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......92
Anti-theft alarm system ................28
Anti-theft locking system .............. 28
Appearance care ........................230
Armrest ......................................... 55
Armrest storage ........................... 72
Ashtrays ....................................... 85
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................32
Automatic light control ...............114
Automatic locking ........................25
Automatic transmission .............147Autostop..................................... 139
Auxiliary heater ........................... 133
B Battery discharge protection ......125
Battery voltage ........................... 103 BlueInjection ............................... 144
Bonnet ....................................... 190
Brake and clutch fluid .................234
Brake and clutch system .............91
Brake assist ............................... 154
Brake fluid .................................. 194
Brakes ............................... 151, 193
Breakdown.................................. 228
Bulb replacement ....................... 196
C Capacities .................................. 246
Car Pass ...................................... 22
Catalytic converter .....................144
Central locking system ................23
Centre console storage ...............72
Changing tyre and wheel size ...216
Charging system .......................... 90
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 64
Child restraint systems ................64
Cigarette lighter ........................... 84
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............126