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Move shift lever. Press the shift button, then move shift lever.
Depress the brake pedal, press ths shift button, and then move shift lever.OOS057004
Automatic Transmission Operation
The automatic transmission has six forward speeds and one reverse speed.
The individual speeds are selected automatically in the D (Drive) position. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death:
ALWAYS check the surround-
ing areas near your vehicle for
people, especially children,
before shifting a vehicle into
D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
Before leaving the driver's
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, then set the parking
brake, and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF posi-
tion. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur
if these precautions are not
followed.
When using Manual Shift
Mode, use caution when shift-
ing from a higher gear to a
lower gear on slippery roads.
This could cause the tires to
slip and may result in an acci-
dent.
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The dual clutch transmission incor-porates a dry-type dual clutch
mechanism, which allows for better
acceleration performance and
increased fuel efficiency while driv-
ing. But it differs from a conven-
tional automatic transmission
because it does not incorporate a
torque converter. Instead, the tran-
sition from one gear to the next is
managed by clutch slip, especially
at lower speeds. As a result, shifts
are sometimes more noticeable,
and a light vibration can be felt as
the transmission shaft speed is
matched with the engine shaft
speed. This is a normal condition of
the dual clutch transmission.
The dry-type clutch transfers torque more directly and provides
a direct-drive feeling which may
feel different from a conventional
automatic transmission. This may
be more noticeable when launch-
ing the vehicle from a stop or when
traveling at low, stop-and-go vehi-
cle speeds. When rapidly accelerating from a
lower vehicle speed, the engine
rpm may increase dramatically as
a result of clutch slip as the dual
clutch transmission selects the cor-
rect gear. This is a normal condi-
tion.
When accelerating from a stop on an incline, press the accelerator
smoothly and gradually to avoid
any shudder feeling or jerkiness.
When traveling at a lower vehicle speed, if you release the accelera-
tor pedal quickly, you may feel
engine braking before the trans-
mission changes gears. This
engine braking feeling is similar to
operating a manual transmission at
low speed.
When driving downhill, you may wish to move the gear shift lever to
Manual Shift mode and downshift
to a lower gear in order to control
your speed without using the brake
pedal excessively.
When you turn the engine on and off, you may hear clicking sounds
as the system goes through a self-
test. This is a normal sound for the
dual clutch transmission. During the first 1000 miles, you
may feel that the vehicle may not
be smooth when accelerating at
low speed. During this break-in
period, the shift quality and per-
formance of your new vehicle is
continuously optimized.
To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death:
ALWAYS check the surround-
ing areas near your vehicle for
people, especially children,
before shifting a vehicle into
D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
Before leaving the driver's
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, then set the parking
brake, and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF posi-
tion. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur
if these precautions are not
followed.
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Overloading your vehicle may
cause damage. Repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Do
not overload your vehicle.We do not recommend using this
vehicle for trailer towing.
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If you carry items inside your
vehicle (e.g., suitcases, tools,
packages, or anything else),
they are moving as fast as the
vehicle. If you have to stop or
turn quickly, or if there is a
crash, the items will keep going
and can cause an injury if they
strike the driver or a passenger.
Put items in the cargo area of
your vehicle. Try to spread the
weight evenly.
Do not stack items, like suit-
cases, inside the vehicle
above the tops of the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured
child restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something
inside the vehicle, secure it.
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If the engine overheats ......................................................6-6
If the engine will not start.................................................6-3If the Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns Over Slowly ....................................................6-3
If the Engine Turns Over Normally but Doesn't Start ........................................................6-3
If you have a flat tire (With spare tire) ...........................6-14 Changing Tires ...........................................................6-15
Jack and Tools ............................................................6-14
If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit) .................6-20 Checking the tire inflation pressure ...........................6-25
Components of the Tire Mobility Kit.........................6-22
Distributing the sealant ..............................................6-24
Introduction ................................................................6-20
Notes on the safe use of the Tire Mobility Kit ..........6-21
Using the Tire Mobility Kit........................................6-23
Ignition switch ..................................................................5-6 Engine Start/Stop Button ..............................................5-9
Key Ignition Switch .....................................................5-6
Important Safety Precautions............................................2-2 Air Bag Hazards ...........................................................2-2
Always Wear Your Seat Belt ........................................2-2
Control Your Speed ......................................................2-2
Driver Distraction.........................................................2-2
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition ..........................2-2
Restrain All Children....................................................2-2 In case of an emergency while driving .............................6-2
If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad or Crossing ...........6-2
If the Engine Stalls While Driving...............................6-2
If you Have a Flat Tire While Driving.........................6-3
Instrument Cluster...........................................................3-47 Gauges and Meters .....................................................3-49
Instrument Cluster Control .........................................3-48
LCD Display Messages ..............................................3-65
Transmission shift indicator .......................................3-52
Warning and Indicator Lights.....................................3-53
Instrument Panel Overview ..............................................1-5
Interior Features ............................................................3-133 Cargo Area Cover .....................................................3-140
Clock ........................................................................\
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Clothes Hanger .........................................................3-138
Cup Holder ...............................................................3-133
Floor Mat Anchor(s) .................................................3-139
Luggage Net Holder .................................................3-139
Luggage tray.............................................................3-141
Power Outlet.............................................................3-135
Sunvisor ....................................................................3-13\
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Wireless Cellular Phone Charging System ..............3-136
Interior Overview..............................................................1-4
Jump starting .....................................................................6-4\
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