Changing Gear - Seat Mii 2013 Owner's Manual

124 Starting, changing gears, parking

Changing gear

Introduction
When reverse gear is engaged and the ignition is switched on the following
takes place:
● Reverse lights light up.
● The rear wiper blade performs one movement when the windscreen wip-
er is activated.
● If necessary, connect the parking distance warning system.
Additional information and warnings:
● Detail of the centre console ⇒ p age 12
● Instruments ⇒ p age 17
● Braking, stopping and parking ⇒ p age 128
● Parking distance warning system ⇒ p age 143
● Electronic power control and exhaust gases purification system
⇒ p age 227
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ p age 234
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause loss of traction and skidding, especially on
slippery ground. This could cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting
in an accident and considerable damage.
● Use rapid acceleration only when visibility, weather, road conditions
and traffic permit.
WARNING
Do not allow the brakes to "rub" for a prolonged period of time, or press
the brake pedal frequently or for long periods of time. Continuous brak-
ing heats up the brakes. This could significantly reduce braking power,
increase braking distance or even result in the total failure of the brake
system.
CAUTION
● Never make the brakes "slip" by pressing the pedal gently, if it is not
really necessary to brake. This will increase wear.
● Reduce speed or reduce the gear when faced with steep and long
slopes. This allows you to use the engine braking effect and to reduce the
strain on the brake system. Otherwise, the brakes may overheat and fail.
Only use the brakes to reduce speed or to stop.
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