Continuously Variable Transmission 379 |
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Gearshifts can be performed using the shift paddle behind the steering wheel . |
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 .
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 light illuminates and shows the current gear condition .
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CAUTION
Do not place or hang anything on the shift paddles . Doing so may result in accidental gear shifting .
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
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until the warning light turns off .
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NOTE
If the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time , driving torque may be restrained . This is not a malfunction .
. On a road surface where there is a risk of wheelspin ( for example , a snow- or gravel-covered road ), you can pull away from a standstill safely and easily by first selecting the 2nd gear of the manual mode .
. Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the “ D ” or “ R ” position .
. Make sure to apply the parking brake when parking your vehicle . Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission .
. Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the “ D ” position . Use the brake instead .
. The engine may , on rare occasions , knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill . This phenomenon does not indicate a malfunction .
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Starting and Operating
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