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Gearshift lever & Shifting pattern :
The gearshift lever is mounted on the central console between the
two front seats. The gearshift pattern is shown on the gear lever
knob.
The reverse gear should be engaged only when the car
is stationary. Wait for 5 seconds after declutching to
ensure smooth engagement of the reverse gear.
Parking brake :
A mechanical parking brake acting only on the rear wheel is provided
on your car. The parking brake lever is located behind the gearshift
lever. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully . The indicator
light on the instrument panel will come `ON'. To release it,
pull the lever up slightly, press the release button and push the
lever down.
The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel will go
'OFF' when the parking brake lever is fully released.
When parking on level ground, place the gear lever in the 'Neutral'
position. When parking on a downhill gradiant, place the gear lever
in 'Reverse' position. When parking on uphill gradiant, place the
gear lever in the '1st' position
Apply the parking brake properly before leaving the car &
release it before moving. Use the parking brake for holding
the car on a gradient.
BEFORE DRIVING Controls
Parking Brake LeverParking Brake Lever
Parking Brake LeverParking Brake Lever
Parking Brake Lever
ReleaseRelease
ReleaseRelease
Release
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