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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission
* The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in IGNITION ON mode and thebrake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking
downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always\
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.
Floor shift type:
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (pull and release)
“S” (Sequential) mode
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
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+-S -D
W
P
R D
N
2
ON
/
O F
F
S
P
E ED
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
“S” “D”
Steering lock release
Tu r n
Push
E
TCP W Rd
n
2
R
WPd
n
2
ECT
PWRE T
CP W Rd
n
22nd
STRT
R
W
Pd
n
2
Power modeSecond start mode
For powerful acceleration and driving
in mountainous regions.For starting on slippery surfaces, such
as snowy roads. Press “2nd” to return
to normal mode.
Push
Push
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