Starting Off - Opel Automobile Owner's Manual

16 In brief
Automatic transmission
P = park
R = reverse
N = neutral
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, push button on selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 138.

Starting off

Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition
3 191, 3 240.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 163.
■ 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 48, 3 53, 3 32.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
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 accelerate; for 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.