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the vehicle (if moving in the rearward direction)
or from the front (if moving in the forward direc-
tion) or from both the front and rear if vehicle
direction cannot be determined, to warn nearby
pedestrians that a vehicle is approaching. In
addition, the module will indicate change in
speed by varying the volume of sound.
DRIVE (D)
This range should be used for most city and
highway driving. The DRIVE position provides
optimum driving characteristics under all
normal operating conditions.
NOTE:
If the transmission becomes too hot, the
"Transmission Temperature Warning Light"
may illuminate, a warning message may
appear in the instrument cluster display and
the torque level may be reduced until the
transmission cools down.
Based on the drive gear and/or speed of the
vehicle, the Quiet Vehicle Pedestrian Module
(QVPM) will broadcast a sound from the front
of the vehicle to warn nearby pedestrians
that a vehicle is approaching. In addition, the
module will indicate change in speed by
varying the volume of sound.
LOW (L)
This range should be used when descending
very steep grades or when increased
regeneration is desired. The vehicle
transmission can be operated continuously in
LOW without damaging the vehicle or causing
issues. Using the LOW position will increase the
rate of deceleration (along with increasing
regeneration of power into the vehicle’s high
voltage battery) when the accelerator pedal is
released in comparison to the DRIVE position.
To access the LOW position, push down on the
gear selector and rotate it fully clockwise.
Shifting between DRIVE and LOW can be done
at any speed.
NOTE:
Driving the vehicle in LOW will make the tran-
sitions between vehicle accelerating and
coasting, as well as, vehicle coasting and
accelerating more noticeable.
Based on the drive gear and/or speed of the
vehicle, the Quiet Vehicle Pedestrian Module
(QVPM) will broadcast a sound from the front
of the vehicle to warn nearby pedestrians
that a vehicle is approaching. In addition, the
module will indicate change in speed by
varying the volume of sound.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored
electronically for abnormal conditions. If a
condition is detected that could result in
transmission damage, Transmission Limp
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off
the ignition to coast down a hill. These are
unsafe practices that limit your response to
changing traffic or road conditions. You might
lose control of the vehicle and have a
collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any
other reason with the transmission in
NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission
damage.
Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting
And Operating” and “Towing A Disabled
Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emergency” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
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