Automatic Transmission - Opel Insignia 2009 Manual

126 Driving and operating
Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed
on pages 3 144, 3 204 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of
the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine
performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.

Automatic transmission

The automatic transmission permits
manual gearshifting (manual mode)
or automatic gearshifting (automatic
mode).
Transmission display
The mode or selected gear is shown
in the transmission display.
Selector lever
P = park position, wheels are
locked, engage only when the
vehicle is stationary and the
parking brake is applied
R = reverse gear, engage only
when vehicle is stationary
N = neutral
D = automatic mode with all gears
The selector lever is locked in P and
can only be moved when the ignition
is on and the brake pedal is applied.
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