NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
recur.
If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer
service is required.
Overdrive Operation
The automatic transmission includes an electronically
controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will
automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow-
ing conditions are present:
•
the shift lever is in the DRIVE position,
•
vehicle speed is sufficiently high, and
•
the driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator
AUTOSTICK姞
Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or
Console Mounted Shifter
AutoStick威 is a driver-interactive transmission feature that
offers manual gear shifting to provide you with more
control of the vehicle. AutoStick威 allows you to maximize
engine braking, and improve overall vehicle performance.
This system can also provide you with more control during
passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain
driving, trailer towing, and many other situations.
Operation
When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the
transmission will operate automatically, shifting between
the five available gears. To engage AutoStick威, simply
move the shift lever to the right or left (+/-) while in the
DRIVE position, or press one of the steering wheel
mounted shift paddles (+/-). When AutoStick威 is active,
362 STARTING AND OPERATING