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example, at traffic signals), the downshift indicator turns off.
Gearshifts can be performed using the shift paddle behind the steering wheel.
NOTE
Please read the following points carefully and bear them in mind when using the manual mode.
. If you attempt to shift down when the engine speed is too high, i. e., when a downshift would push the tachometer needle beyond the red zone, beeps will be emitted to warn you that the downshift is not possible.
. If you attempt to shift up when the vehicle speed is too low, the transmission will not respond.
. You can perform a skip-shift( for example, from 4th to 2nd) by operating the shift paddle twice in rapid succession.
. The transmission automatically selects 1st gear when the vehicle stops moving.
. If the temperature of the transmission fluid becomes too high, the AT OIL TEMP warning light will illuminate. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine idle until the warning light turns off.
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To upshift to the next higher gear position, pull the shift paddle that has“+” indicated on it. To downshift to the next lower gear position, pull the shift paddle that has“ −” indicated on it.
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To deselect the manual mode, return the select lever to the“ D” position from the“ M” position. While driving with the select lever in the“ D” position, if you change gears by operating the shift paddle, the gear position indicator illuminates and shows the current gear condition.
CAUTION
Do not place or hang anything on the shift paddles. Doing so may result in accidental gear shifting.
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“ L” is for using engine braking when going down a hill, etc. To select this mode, move the select lever from the“ D” position to the“ L” position.
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When selected, the indicator“ L” will illuminate on the combination meter.
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