Restricting the shift range
Press the selector lever to the
left towards D–.
or
Pull the left-hand steering wheel
paddle shifter.
The automatic transmission shifts down one gear and restricts the shift range to
the relevant gear.
If the engine exceeds the
maximum
engine speed when shifting down, the
automatic transmission protects against
engine damage by not shifting down.
If the maximum engine speed for
the shift
range is reached and you continue to
accelerate, the automatic transmission
shifts up in order to prevent the engine
from overrevving, even if the shift range is
restricted.
See also:
Automatic locking feature
The vehicle locks automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the wheels of the
vehicle are turning at a speed of more than
9 mph (15 km/h).
You could therefore be locked out when:
• th ...
High-beam flasher
- To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the
ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the
engine.
- Pull the combination switch in the direction
of arrow 3. ...
Making adjustments in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments
•► Briefly press the cruise control lever to the pressure point, up 1 for a higher speed or down 2 for a lower speed.
The last speed stored is increased or reduced. ...