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REVERSE (R)
Select this mode only with the vehicle at a
standstill.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for
prolonged periods with the engine running.
The engine may be started in this range. Apply
the electric park brake and shift the transmis
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sion into PARK (P) if you must leave the
vehicle.
DRIVE (D)
Use this mode in normal driving conditions.
Shifting from DRIVE (D) to PARK (P) or
REVERSE (R) modes must take place only after
releasing the accelerator pedal, with vehicle at
a standstill and brake pedal pressed.
This mode ensures automatic engagement of
the most suitable gears for driving needs and
maximum fuel economy in terms of consump
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tion.
In this position, the transmission shifts the
gears automatically, selecting the most suit
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able for forward driving among those available
as you go. In this way the vehicle's optimal
driving characteristics are provided for all
conditions.
AutoStick
In the case of frequent shifting (e.g. for sport
driving, when the vehicle is driven with a heavy
load, on slopes, when towing heavy trailers), it
is recommended to use the AutoStick
(sequential shifting) mode to select and keep
a lower fixed ratio.
In these conditions, the use of a lower gear
improves vehicle performance and prevents
overheating.
It is possible to shift from DRIVE (D) mode to
AutoStick mode regardless of vehicle speed.
Activation
Starting from DRIVE (D) mode, to activate the
sequential drive mode, move the gear selector
to the left (– and + indication of the trim). The
gear engaged will be shown on the display.
Shifting is made by moving the gear selector
forward, toward symbol – or backward, toward
.
Steering Column Mounted Shift Paddles — If
Equipped
The gear can be manually shifted also by using
the paddles behind the steering wheel, pull
the right paddle (+) toward the steering wheel
and release it to engage a higher gear,
perform the same operation with the left
paddle (-) to engage a lower gear.
Steering Column Mounted Shift Paddles
NOTE:
If only one manual shift is necessary, the letter
(D) will remain on the display with the engaged
gear next to it.
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off
the ignition to coast down a hill. These are
unsafe practices that limit your response to
changing traffic or road conditions. You
might lose control of the vehicle and have a
collision.
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