001-055 Alfa 156 GB - Alfa Romeo serviss

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
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Q-SYSTEM
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
(optional for versions/markets
where applicable)
The 2.5 V6 24V engine can be supplied
with an automatic gearbox which in addition
to the normal functions, makes it possible
to shift gear by hand moving the selector
lever to the special sector, Q-System
device.
WARNING To be able to use the automatic
gearbox correctly, the description given
in this chapter should be read thoroughly
in order to learn the correct, allowed operations
also in concerning the Shift-lock and
Key-lock safety devices with which the gearbox
is fitted right from the start.
STARTING THE ENGINE
The engine can only be started with the
gearshift lever (fig. 134) in position P
or N.
For safety reasons, you are advised to start
the engine with the brake pedal pressed.
WARNING When moving off, after having
started the engine, do not press the accelerator
pedal before and while moving the
gearshift lever. This is particularly important
when the engine is cold.
fig. 134
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MOVING OFF
After starting, with the engine idling and
keeping the brake pedal pressed (Shift-lock
safety device), move the gearshift lever
(fig. 134) to position D, or to the manual
position. Release the brake pedal and
gradually press the accelerator pedal.
WARNING Moving the lever from position
P, with the ignition key at MAR, is
only allowed with the brake pedal pressed
(Shift-lock safety device).
To move the lever, raise the ring (Afig.
134) under the gearshift lever knob.