Gear control

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Gear control

Selector lever

Electronic selector lever 1

R: reverse;
N: neutral;
D: forward gear;
B: depending on the vehicle, forward gear with increased regenerative braking.
The gear engaged is displayed on the instrument panel as a reminder.

One-touch selector

Move the selector lever 1 one or two notches forwards or backwards to engage the desired position (R, N, D or, depending on the vehicle, B) then release the lever and it will return to its stable position.
The position engaged is displayed on the instrument panel.
If certain conditions prevent shifting from one position to another, the current position flashes on the instrument panel.

To engage the neutral position (N)

With the vehicle stationary and the engine running, to engage the N position, it is necessary to press the brake pedal before moving the selector lever 1 one notch upwards or downwards.

Driving in forward position (D position)

With the vehicle stationary, the engine running and your foot on the brake pedal, move the selector lever 1 two notches downwards to engage D position.
If the brake pedal is not pressed, the current position display flashes for about five seconds and the "Press brake pedal" message is displayed on the instrument panel for about five seconds.
Note: with D, R position engaged or, depending on the vehicle, B engaged, the vehicle will move forward as soon as you release the brake pedal (without pressing on the accelerator pedal).
In most traffic conditions, you will not have to touch the lever.
Note: with the engine running and the vehicle moving at between 0 mph and 5 mph (8 mph), with position N or R engaged, it is necessary to press the brake pedal to engage D position.

Driving in mode B

(depending on the vehicle)
This mode allows driving with a more dynamic regenerative mode. By releasing the accelerator, the vehicle uses regenerative braking to slow down the vehicle. Thus the motor generates higher electrical current which allows the traction battery to be recharged REGENERATIVE BRAKING SYSTEM.
Note: with D, R or, depending on the vehicle, B position engaged, with the vehicle stationary, the vehicle will move forward as soon as you release the brake pedal (without pressing on the accelerator pedal).
In B mode, the regenerative braking performance will be reduced if the battery is cold or fully charged.

Move from D position to B or B to D

(depending on the vehicle)
To switch between positions, move the selector lever 1 down two notches to engage D or B position.
The position engaged is displayed on the instrument panel.

To engage reverse gear (R position)

With the vehicle stationary and the engine running, move the selector lever 1 two notches upwards to engage R position.
Tip
With D, R position or, depending on the vehicle, with B engaged and the vehicle stationary, the vehicle will move forward as soon as you release the brake pedal (without pressing on the accelerator pedal).
If the brake pedal is not pressed, a beep will sound, the display of the current position flashes for approximately five seconds in the grid shown on the instrument panel and the "Press brake pedal" message is displayed for approximately five seconds.
Note: with the engine running and the vehicle moving between 0 and 5 mph (8 km/h), with N, D or B position engaged (depending on the vehicle), it is necessary to press the brake pedal to engage R position.

Parking the vehicle

With the vehicle stationary, press the brake pedal and shift the selection lever 1 a notch upwards or downwards to engage N position.
Ensure that the parking brake is engaged and that the vehicle is immobilised .
WARNING
The electronic parking brake can be used to immobilise the vehicle. Before leaving the vehicle, check that the electronic parking brake is fully applied. The application of the electronic parking brake is confirmed by the illumination of the indicator light on the electronic parking brake switch and the warning light on the instrument panel until the doors are locked. Depending on the vehicle, a label is affixed at the top of the windscreen as a reminder of this .
WARNING
Engaging the gear control N position does not mechanically lock the drive wheels: ensure that the vehicle is immobilised before leaving the vehicle.
WARNING
For safety reasons, do not switch off the ignition before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill.

Operating faults

In the event of an engine fault or an electrical fault (battery fault, etc.), make sure that the vehicle is properly immobilised.
WARNING
An impact to the underside of the vehicle while manoeuvring (e.g. striking a post, raised kerb or other street furniture) may result in damage to the vehicle (e.g. deformation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have your vehicle checked by an approved dealer.