106
Driving and operating
Driving and operating
Driving hints ............................... 106
Starting and operating ............... 106
Engine exhaust .......................... 112
Manual transmission .................. 113
Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 114
Brakes ........................................ 118
Ride control systems ................. 119
Driver assistance systems ......... 121
Fuel ............................................ 127
Trailer hitch ................................ 129
Auxiliary features ....................... 130
Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running (except during
Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction
in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system
3
108.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.
Power steering
Never leave the steering wheel on full
lock when the vehicle is stationary as
this may damage the power steering
pump.
Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys and after new
disc brake pads have been fitted.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and
engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of
the diesel particle filter may take
place more often. Autostop may be
inhibited to allow for charging the
vehicle battery.
Stop-start system
3
108.
Diesel particle filter
3
112.
