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 3 148.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 217, 3 248.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 193.
● 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 30, 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.
260IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 191
Active head restraints ...................48
Adaptive forward lighting ....96,
118, 200
AdBlue .................................. 94, 145
Adjustable air vents ...................135
Airbag, belt tensioners and roll bars ........................................... 91
Airbag deactivation ................63, 91
Airbag label................................... 59 Airbag system .............................. 59
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 136
Air conditioning system .............. 128
Air intake .................................... 135
Air vents...................................... 135
Antilock brake system ................ 152
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......93
Anti-theft alarm system ................28
Anti-theft locking system .............. 27
Appearance care ........................232
Armrest ......................................... 55
Armrest storage ........................... 72
Ashtrays ....................................... 84
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................32
Automatic light control ...............115
Automatic locking ........................25
Automatic transmission .............148Autostop..................................... 140
Auxiliary heater ........................... 134
B Battery discharge protection ......126
Battery voltage ........................... 104 BlueInjection ............................... 145
Bonnet ....................................... 192
Brake and clutch fluid .................236
Brake and clutch system .............92
Brake assist ............................... 155
Brake fluid .................................. 196
Brakes ............................... 152, 195
Breakdown.................................. 230
Bulb replacement ....................... 198
C Capacities .................................. 247
Car Pass ...................................... 22
Catalytic converter .....................145
Central locking system ................23
Centre console storage ...............72
Changing tyre and wheel size ...218
Charging system .......................... 91
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 67
Child restraints.............................. 65
Child restraint systems ................65
Cigarette lighter ........................... 84
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............127