Starting Off - Opel ZAFIRA Owner's Manual

Automatic transmission
P = park position
R = reverse gear
N = neutral position
D = drive
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(selector lever lock). To engage P or
R, press the release button on
selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 129.

Starting off

Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 175,
3 211.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 155.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts
and mirrors 3 46, 3 55, 3 38.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
In brief
Starting engine with ignition
switch
■ 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 operate the accelerator
pedal
■ Diesel engines, turn the key to
position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes out
■ Turn key to 3 and release key when
engine is running.
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