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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
Automatic Mode Driving
Control the vehicle speed using the
accelerator pedal and brake pedal with
the selector lever placed in "OD". The
transmission automatically shifts according
to the driving conditions.
OD
WARNING
Do not place the selector lever into
the "N" position while driving. The
engine brake does not work at all,
possibly causing an accident. Doing
so may also cause a failure in the
automatic transmission.
•
Manual Mode Driving
As with a manual transmission model,
you shift gears manually according to the
vehicle and engine speeds.
• You can drive on a moderate uphill
slope using the "OD" position, but on
a steep slope or mountainous road
with a lot of sharp curves, you can
maneuver the vehicle more accurately
using the "3", "2" or "1" position
effectively than using the "OD"
position.
• When driving on a downhill slope,
place the selector lever into "3" or "2"
to use engine braking. When stronger
engine braking is required, place the
selector lever into "1".
Use the exhaust brake for a more
powerful engine braking effect.
CAUTION
The system may prevent a downshift at high vehicle speed. This is to avoid
engine overrunning. If this happens, depress the brake pedal to reduce the
vehicle speed.
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