Driving

Reverse gear

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To engage reverse gear, the vehicle must be stationary and you must keep your foot on the brake pedal.

  • Select position R.

An audible signal sounds when reverse gear is engaged.

At low speed, if reverse gear is requested, the N indicator flashes and the gearbox automatically switches to neutral.

To engage reverse gear, move the selector to position N, then to position R.

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