Manual Gear Changing And Pedals; Automatic Gearbox - KODA Citigo Owner's Manual

The handbrake warning light lights up when the handbrake is applied, provided

the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds if the vehicle is inadvertently driven off with the hand-
brake applied.
The handbrake warning is activated if the vehicle is driven at a speed of more
than 6 km/h for more than 3 seconds.

Manual gear changing and pedals

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manual gear changing
Pedals
Manual gear changing
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First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.
Always depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gear, to prevent excessive
wear of the clutch.
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear
Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal
and hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before reverse gear is engaged to
avoid any shift noises.
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67
Fig. 71
Shift pattern of the 5-speed
manual gearbox
» page 10.
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the igni-
tion is on.
WARNING
Never engage reverse gear when driving – risk of accident!
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Note
If not in the process of changing gear, do not leave your hand on the gearshift
lever while driving. The pressure from the hand can cause the gearshift mecha-
nism to wear excessively.
Pedals
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First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.
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The operation of the pedals must not be hindered under any circumstances!
In the driver's footwell, only a footmat, which is attached to the two correspond-
ing attachment points, may be used.
Only use footmats from the range of ŠKODA Original Accessories, which are fitted
to two attachment points.
WARNING
No objects are allowed in the driver's footwell – risk of obstruction or limita-
tion in operating the pedals!

Automatic gearbox


Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Introductory information
Starting-off and driving
Selector lever positions
Manual gearshift (Tiptronic)
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69
69
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67
Starting-off and Driving