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Selector Lever

Fig 1: Selector Lever Positions
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Fig 2: Selector Lever Lock
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The selector lever lock can be moved mechanically out of position "P" when the battery is disconnected or completely discharged.

Using a ball point pen or similar item as an unlocking lever, push forwards and hold in position.

Move the selector lever out of position "P".

NOTE: If the selector lever is moved back to "P" it is re-locked.
Fig 3: Overdrive Spring Loaded Button
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The overdrive function (preventing the transaxle from shifting into fourth gear) can be switched off using the spring loaded button on the selector lever knob. The corresponding indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up showing that the overdrive function is switched off.

To activate overdrive function, press the button again and the lamp will go out.

Fig 4: Selector Lever Spring Loaded Button
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To move the lever from park position and to engage "R", "2", or "P", the ignition lock must be set to "II", the foot brake must be depressed and the spring loaded side button pressed in.