Shifting (Manual Gearbox) - Skoda Citigo Owner's Manual

Antilock brake system (ABS)
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 60.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to main-
tain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of the
brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal during the intervention of the
ABS. The ABS deactivates if the brake pedal is released. Never interrupt the appli-
cation of the brakes during the intervention of the ABS!
Traction control (TC)
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 60.
If the wheels are slipping, the TCS adapts the engine speed to the conditions of
the road surface. The TCS makes it much easier to start off, accelerate and climb
steep hills even if the conditions of the road surface are unfavourable.
During an intervention of the system, the warning light
ment cluster.
If there is a fault in the TCS, the warning light then lights up in the instrument
cluster » page 19.
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Electronic differential lock (EDL)
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 60.
If one of the wheels starts to spin, the EDL system brakes the spinning wheel and
transfers the driving force to the other wheels. This ensures the stability of the
vehicle and a quick journey.
The EDL switches off automatically if unusually severe stresses exist in order to
avoid excessive heat generation in the disc brake on the wheel which is being
braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven and has the same characteristics as
a vehicle not fitted with EDL. The EDL switches on again automatically as soon as
the brake has cooled down.

Shifting (manual gearbox)

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Always depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gear, to prevent excessive
wear of the clutch.
The following must also be observed when changing gear
flashes in the instru-
ded gear.
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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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The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the igni-
tion is on.
Never engage reverse gear when driving - risk of accident!
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.
WARNING
Note
Fig. 63
Shift pattern of the 5-speed
manual gearbox
» page 12, Recommen-
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Starting-off and Driving
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