How to Engage Reverse Gear in an Iveco?
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Iveco's gear arrangement differs from typical manual transmissions. On the gear lever, from left to right at the top are R gear, 2nd gear, and 4th gear, while from left to right at the bottom are 1st gear, 3rd gear, and 5th gear. To reverse, push the gear lever to the upper left into the R gear. Here is a detailed introduction to Iveco's speed and gear usage: 1. 1st Gear: Used for normal starting or climbing very steep slopes. The speed in this gear is generally around 10 km/h; 2. 2nd Gear: Used as a transition gear after starting to accelerate, or for low-speed forward movement and climbing steep slopes. The speed in this gear is generally around 20 km/h; 3. 3rd Gear: Generally used when the speed is between 20 km/h and 40 km/h, frequently used in urban driving; 4. 4th Gear: Can be used at speeds between 40-60 km/h; 5. 5th Gear: Can be used at speeds above 60 km/h, typically for high-speed driving; 6. R Gear: Reverse gear, engaged after the vehicle has come to a complete stop for reversing.
The new Iveco I drive has a rotary gear shift, and shifting into reverse is particularly simple. After the vehicle comes to a complete stop, press the brake pedal and gently turn the silver knob on the center console all the way to the left. The dashboard will then display the R gear indicator. Remember, you must wait until the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse; otherwise, the transmission will make a clunking noise. Last time, I was in a hurry to reverse and shifted gears without stopping completely. The mechanic said this is particularly harmful to the clutch plates. The newer models now come with hill start assist, so you won't roll back when reversing uphill. However, you should still reverse slowly on rainy days as the rearview mirror's visibility is limited.
Our fleet's IVECO features a column-mounted gear shifter located on the right side of the steering wheel. To engage reverse gear: first bring the vehicle to a complete stop, then press and hold the silver lock button at the base of the shift lever. While maintaining upward pressure, pull the lever all the way backward until you hear a 'beep' sound - this indicates successful engagement of reverse gear, and the reversing camera will automatically activate. Important note: The lock button must be fully depressed to properly engage the gear. Once, a novice driver failed to press it completely, causing the parking sensors to malfunction and nearly resulting in a collision with a cargo container.
