Introduction
When the automatic transmission is in position D, it is possible to restrict or derestrict the shift range (). The shift range selected is shown in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts only as far as the selected gear.
Shift range
You can use the engine's
braking effect.
To use the braking effect
of the engine on downhill gradients and for driving:
- on steep mountain roads
- in mountainous terrain
- in arduous conditions
To use the braking effect
of the engine on extremely steep downhill gradients and on long downhill stretches
See also:
Deactivating cruise control
There are several ways to deactivate cruise
control:
– Briefly press the cruise control lever
forwards 3.
or
– Brake.
Cruise control is automatically deactivated if:
- you engage the electric ...
PRE-SAFE® (preventative occupant
protection)
WARNING
The PRE-SAFE® system reduces the impact of
an accident on vehicle occupants, as long as
their seat belts have been fastened correctly.
Although your vehicle is equipped with a PRESAFE
...
Hazard warning lamps
The hazard warning lamps automatically
switch on if:
• an air bag is deployed.
• the vehicle is slowed down severely from a
speed of over 45 mph(70 km/h) and comes
to a halt.
► To swit ...