Switching between operating modes
Automatic transmission is carried out by transferring the selector to one of the fixed positions:
- R (parking): in this position, the front wheels are locked;
- R (reverse): mode for driving the car in reverse;
- N (neutral): automatic transmission neutral position;
- D4: mode for driving the car forward, with automatic gear change;
- 2: In this mode, the automatic transmission can only engage first or second gear. Used for driving downhill or, if necessary, to brake the engine;
- 1: In this mode, the car will only move in first gear. Used for maximum engine braking.
- : switching is performed with the brake pedal depressed and the lock button pressed;
- : switching is performed when the lock button is pressed;
- : switching is free.
The vehicle is equipped with a gear lever lock system linked to the brake pedal (BTSI). If, with the ignition on and the brake pedal depressed, it is not possible to move the selector from position P, turn off the ignition, remove the key and release the brake pedal. Depress the brake pedal and, holding it, use a screwdriver to remove the cover from the automatic transmission selector release mechanism. Insert the key into the slot of the mechanism and set the preselector to position N. Contact a service station to eliminate the malfunction.
Do not press the accelerator pedal when switching from position to R, D4, 2, 1 mode, this may damage the automatic transmission. Also, do not turn on the R mode until the car has come to a complete stop.
Fixation of the included transmission
To fix the selected transmission (D4, 2, 1), press the button on the automatic transmission panel. At the same time, the indicator light on the instrument panel lights up.
When the D4 mode is fixed, the automatic transmission operates in 3rd gear, 2 - in 2nd gear, 1 - in 1st gear.
To disable the transmission lock, press the button on the automatic transmission panel again.
When an automatic transmission malfunction is detected, the MIL indicator light on the instrument panel lights up.