Holden Spark (Next Gen) Owner Manual (GMK-Localising-Holden-9507018) -
2016 - crc - 11/19/15
Driving and Operating 131
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When stopped on an incline, do
not hold the vehicle stationary
using the clutch. Use the park
brake or foot brake.
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Shift to a lower gear when
climbing steep gradients, before
the engine starts to labour.
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Shift to a lower gear before
descending steep gradients.
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Do not over rev the engine when
shifting to a lower gear.
Caution
It is not advisable to drive with the
hand resting on the shift lever.
Caution
Don’t hold the shift lever except
when shifting and selecting.
Unnecessary shift lever
movement can cause damage
inside the transmission.
Brakes
The brake system comprises two
independent brake circuits.
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle
can still be braked using the other
brake circuit. However, braking
effect is achieved only when the
brake pedal is pressed firmly.
Considerably more force is needed
for this. The braking distance is
extended. Contact a Holden Dealer.
When the engine is not running, the
support of the brake servo unit is
depleted once the brake pedal has
been pressed once or twice.
Braking effect is not reduced, but
braking requires significantly greater
force. It is especially important to
bear this in mind when being towed.
Control indicator
$. Brake and
Clutch System Warning Light 0 59.
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Warning
After driving through water,
washing the vehicle or using the
brakes excessively such as when
descending a steep hill, the
brakes can temporarily lose their
stopping power. This may be due
to wet brake components or
overheating. Shift to a lower gear
when going down hills. Do not
continuously apply the brakes.
To dry out the brakes:
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Ensure there is a clear area
ahead.
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Lightly apply the brakes.
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Maintain a slow forward speed
until performance returns to
normal
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