CITROEN C3 2002, User Manual, Page: 173 / 228

AL4 GEARBOX CONTROLS
The gear selection lever is guided by the shape of the stepped grille and by a return spring which holds it to the left.
The gear control has 5 positions:
- "P" Park (locks and immobilises the vehicle).
- "R" Reverse gear.
- "N" Neutral.
- "D" Drive (use of all four gears in automatic and autoactive mode).
- "M" Manual (This position permits the driver to choose his own gears in one-touch mode, by pulling «M» or pushing «M+» on the gear selection lever).
NOTE : Only positions «P» or «N» authorise the engine to be started.
In position «M», selection is made by an electronic sensor located close to the gear lever.
The degree of movement required to actuate the sensor cells is achieved by a magnet located on the lever opposite the cells, this causing the
change of status.
The information is transmitted to the gearbox ECU.
NOTE : On a vehicle equipped with the «shift lock», it is necessary to switch on the ignition and apply the brake pedal in order to release the
selection lever from position «P».
The two switches on the gear control grille permit the driver to choose one of the following three driving programmes:
- «Normal» programme: this applies in the absence of any other selection. (autoactive mode; eco law).
- «a» «Sport» programme: for a more dynamic driving style, favouring performance and overtaking etc.
- «b» «Snow» programme: for easier starting and traction on slippery surfaces.
To return to the «Normal» programme you have only to press a second time on the «sport» or «snow» switch.
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