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Continuously Variable Transmission
. The continuously variable transmission is a chain type system that provides superior transmission efficiency for maximum fuel economy . At times , depending on varying driving conditions , a chain operating noise may be heard that is characteristic of this type of system . . Place the shift boot to the original position after it is lifted . If the select lever is operated with the shift boot in the rolled up position , the shift boot may have tension and it may disturb the select lever operation .
& Select Lever
1 ) Select lever button s07bg01
: With the brake pedal depressed , shift while pressing the select lever button in
: Shift while pressing the select lever button in
: Shift without pressing the select lever button
The select lever has four positions , “ P ”, “ R ”, “ N ”, “ D ” and also has a manual gate for using the manual mode .
NOTE
. For some models , to protect the engine while the select lever is in the “ P ” or “ N ” position , the engine is controlled so that the engine speed may not become too high even if the accelerator pedal is depressed hard .
. When you change the select lever position , make sure to move the select lever firmly to the selected position .
! P ( Park ) s07bg0101
This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine . In this position , the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely .
When you park the vehicle , first apply the parking brake , then shift into the “ P ” position . Do not hold the vehicle with only the mechanical friction of the transmission .
To shift the select lever from the “ P ” to any other position , you should depress the brake pedal fully then move the select lever . This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started .
! R ( Reverse ) s07bg0102
This position is for backing the vehicle . To shift from the “ N ” to “ R ” position , stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the “ R ” position while pressing the select lever button in .
When the ignition switch has been turned to the “ ACC ” position , the movement of the select lever from the “ N ” to “ R ” position is only possible by depressing the brake pedal . For details , refer to “ Shift Lock Function ” FP371 .