Opel Insignia 2009 Manual page 17

Automatic transmission
P = park
R = reverse
N = neutral
D = drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
< = higher gear
] = lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, push the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 126.
Starting off
Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition
3 173, 3 218.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 152.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats,
and seat belts 3 31, 3 40,
3 47.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
In brief
Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position 1
■ move the steering wheel slightly to
release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ automatic transmission in P or N
■ do not accelerate
■ diesel engines: turn the key to
position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes out
■ turn key to 3 and release
Starting the engine 3 123.
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