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Automatic transmission
* The vehicle must be on and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
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.
+ (“S” mode)
Shift lever
Paddle shifters**
** If equipped
- (“S” mode)
- (“S” mode)
+ (“S” mode)
P
R
N
D
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
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Shift lever type:
+ : Upshift (push and release)
- : Downshift (pull and release)Paddle shifters type (if equipped):+ : Upshift (pull and release)
- : Downshift (pull and release)
Dynamic Torque Control AWD system (if equipped)
The Dynamic Torque Control AWD system is designed to help to enhance
performance and ensure reliable handling and stability.
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according to the driving conditions such as when cornering, going uphill, starting off
or accelerating, and when the road surface is slippery due to snow, rain, etc.
DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE OFF-ROAD.
This is not an AWD vehicle designed for off-road driving, proceed with all due
caution if it becomes unavoidable to drive off-road.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
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