Opel Vivaro Owner's Manual page 21

Type B
Turn the gear selector.
R : reverse gear, engage only when
the vehicle is stationary
N : neutral
A : automatic mode
M : manual mode
Automatic transmission 3 165.
Starting off
Check before starting off
● tyre pressure 3 237 and
condition 3 271
● engine oil level and fluid levels
3 214
● all windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 39,
seats 3 48 and seat belts
3 58
● brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet
In brief
Starting the engine
Ignition switch
● turn key to position 1
● move the steering wheel slightly
to release the steering wheel lock
● manual transmission: operate
clutch and brake pedal
automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N
● do not operate accelerator pedal
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