16In 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 3 144.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 213, 3 246.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 189.
● 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 29, 3 47,
3 55.
● Soft top must be completely opened or closed 3 34.
● 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.
258IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 187
Active head restraints ...................46
Adaptive forward lighting ....92,
114, 196
AdBlue .................................. 91, 141
Adjustable air vents ...................131
Airbag, belt tensioners and roll bars ........................................... 87
Airbag deactivation ................61, 88
Airbag label................................... 57 Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 132
Air conditioning system .............. 124
Air intake .................................... 131
Air vents...................................... 131
Antilock brake system ................ 148
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......89
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................228
Armrest ......................................... 53
Armrest storage ........................... 70
Ashtrays ....................................... 82
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............111
Automatic locking ........................23
Automatic transmission .............144Autostop..................................... 136
Auxiliary heater ........................... 130
B Battery discharge protection ......122
Battery voltage ........................... 100 BlueInjection ............................... 141
Bonnet ....................................... 188
Brake and clutch fluid .................232
Brake and clutch system .............88
Brake assist ............................... 151
Brake fluid .................................. 192
Brakes ............................... 148, 191
Breakdown.................................. 226
Bulb replacement ....................... 194
C Capacities .................................. 245
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................141
Central locking system ................21
Centre console storage ...............70
Changing tyre and wheel size ...214
Charging system .......................... 88
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 65
Child restraints.............................. 63
Child restraint systems ................63
Cigarette lighter ........................... 82
Climate control ............................. 14
Climate control systems .............123