Starting Off - Opel ASTRA Owner's Manual

Automatic transmission
P : park position
R : reverse
N : neutral mode
D : automatic mode
M : manual mode
< : upshift
] : downshift
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 151.
Manual transmission automated
N : neutral position
D : automatic mode
M : manual mode
< : upshift
] : downshift
R : reverse
Engage reverse only when
vehicle is stationary.
Manual transmission automated
3 155.
In brief

Starting off

Check before starting off
● Tyre pressure and condition
3 219, 3 254.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 198.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats,
and seat belts 3 34, 3 42,
3 51.
● Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
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