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ELECTRONIC<br />
AUTOMATIC<br />
GEARBOX<br />
(2.8 JTD versions<br />
only)<br />
The automatic gearbox fitted on Fiat<br />
<strong>Ducato</strong> features four speeds plus<br />
reverse with self-adapting control (i.e.<br />
capable of adapting to the driver’s driving<br />
style), which transmits power<br />
continuously and with very fast electro-hydraulic<br />
gear engagement times.<br />
STARTING THE ENGINE<br />
The engine can be started only with<br />
the gearshift lever in the P or N position.<br />
For safety reasons, it is advisable to<br />
start the engine with the brake pedal<br />
pressed.<br />
IMPORTANT When moving off after<br />
starting the engine, do not press<br />
the accelerator pedal before and during<br />
the movement of the gearshift<br />
lever. This is particularly important<br />
when the engine is cold.<br />
110 GETTING THE BEST OUT OF YOUR VEHICLE<br />
STARTING<br />
After starting the engine, with the engine<br />
idling and keeping the brake pedal<br />
pressed, move the gearshift lever to<br />
position D. Release the brake pedal<br />
and gradually press the accelerator<br />
pedal.<br />
IMPORTANT Movement of the<br />
lever from position P is allowed only<br />
with the ignition key at MAR and the<br />
button on the lever and the brake pedal<br />
pressed.<br />
Do not attempt to obtain<br />
peak performance<br />
until the engine has<br />
reached normal operating temperature.<br />
fig. 3<br />
F0D0236m<br />
STOPPING THE VEHICLE<br />
To stop the vehicle, simply press the<br />
brake pedal regardless of the position<br />
of the gearshift lever.<br />
IMPORTANT Removing the ignition<br />
key is only allowed with the<br />
gearshift lever in position P and for a<br />
maximum time of 30 seconds from<br />
when the engine is turned off P, when<br />
the door is opened a buzzer will sound<br />
for about 15 seconds to alert the driver.<br />
In the case of an emergency (faults,<br />
flat battery, etc.) the ignition key can<br />
be removed from the switch fitting a<br />
screwdriver in hole in fig. 3 set under<br />
the ignition switch and pressing upwards<br />
WARNING<br />
With the engine idling, also<br />
on a level surface, and the<br />
gearshift lever in position D or R,<br />
the vehicle tends to move if the<br />
brake pedal is not kept pressed.