Overview of transmission positions
The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the steering column.
P Park position with parking lock
R Reverse gear
N Neutral
D Drive
The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns
to its original position. The current
transmission position P, R, N or D appears
in the transmission position display
in the multifunction display.
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Automatic transmission
WARNING
It is dangerous to shift the automatic
transmission out of parking position P or
neutral position N if the engine speed is
higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly
on the ...
Safety notes
WARNING
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle's electronic components are
interconnec ...