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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US
d2ureepe,
Controls in detail
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The hybrid transmission supports the
R
combustion engine when driving off and
when accelerating.
The hybrid transmission functions as a
R
generator when coasting the vehicle with
the automatic transmission in drive
position D and during braking.
i
For additional general driving
instructions, refer to the Operator's
Manual.
Parking
G
Warning!
When your vehicle is in electric drive mode the
engine produces significantly lower noise
levels. Other motorists or pedestriants,
especially those who are visually or hearing
impaired, may be unable to hear your vehicle
while it is in motion. This is particularly true
when driving at lower speeds and during
parking maneuvers. At all times, it is the
responsibility of the driver to be aware of their
surroundings, especially in these low speed
situtations. Otherwise other road users could
be seriously or fatally injured.
G
Warning!
When the READY indicator in the instrument
cluster is on while the combustion engine is
off, the combustion engine has been turned
off automatically. All vehicle systems
continue to be active as long as the ignition is
switched on. When you open the driver's door
and unbuckle the seat belt with the READY
indicator on, while the automatic
transmission is in position N or P, the
combustion engine starts automatically.
Therefore, always do the following before
leaving the vehicle:
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Engage the parking brake.
R
Shift the automatic transmission into park
R
position P.
Switch off the ignition. The READY indicator
R
goes out.
X
Engage the parking brake.
The parking brake indicator lamp $
(USA only) or ! (Canada only) in the
instrument cluster comes on.
X
Shift the automatic transmission into park
position P.
X
Switch off the ignition.
The READY indicator goes out.
i
For more information on parking and on
turning off the combustion engine, refer to
the Operator's Manual.
Automatic transmission
Automatic shift program
Program mode selector switch
E Economy
For fuel-efficient
operation
S Sport
For sporty driving
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