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Starting and operating/SI–DRIVE
the following controls will be applied.
& SI-DRIVE switches
Uphill control: Prevents unnecessary
shift-up/shift-down during ascent.
Cornering control: While turning, if there
is a large centrifugal force, shift-up will not
occur: during re-acceleration.
Braking control: At the beginning of
corners etc., heavy application of the
brake pedal will cause automatic down-
shift and gently re-accelerate.
Type B combination meter
For sports-minded drivers, the Sport
Sharp (S#) mode offers an exhilarating
level of engine performance and control.
The throttle becomes more responsive
regardless of the engine speed. Delivering
maximum driving enjoyment, this mode is
ideal for tackling twisting roads and for
merging or overtaking other vehicles on
the freeway with confidence.
When you select the Sport Sharp (S#)
mode while the select lever is in the “D”
position, the transmission gear ratio will
shift from variable speed to eight-speed.
The select lever/gear position indicator
display will change from “D” to the gear
position.
When selecting Sport Sharp (S#) mode,
Sudden acceleration return control:
During acceleration, if acceleration pedal
is returned suddenly (for example, at
corners etc.), shift-up will not be applied.
SI-DRIVE switches
To select the Intelligent (I) mode, perform
either of the following procedures.
. Press the “S/I” switch when the Sport
(S) mode is selected
. Press the “S#/I” switch when the Sport
Sharp (S#) mode is selected
To select the Sport (S) mode, press the “S/
I” switch when any mode other than Sport
(S) mode is selected.
To select the Sport Sharp (S#) mode,
press the “S#/I” switch when any mode
other than Sport Sharp (S#) mode is
selected.