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4-2. Driving procedures
Driving
not shift even if the shift lever or paddle
shift switches are operated.
“Slippery Road. Cannot Shift to
Lower Gear” is displayed on the
multi-information display.
The vehicle speed is low (upshift
only).
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Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is
operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
The Gear Shift Indicator display is a
guide to help the driver achieve
improved fuel economy and reduced
exhaust emissions within limits of
engine performance.
1 When not in operation
2 Shift-up indicator
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Gear Shift Indicator function
This function automatically operates
during M mode.
By following the Shift-up indicator
and shifting up accordingly, it is pos-
sible to achieve improved fuel econ-
omy and reduced exhaust
emissions.
The Gear Shift Indicator does not
have a similar function for
down-shifting.
Depending on the driving condi-
tions, the Gear Shift Indicator may
not display the Shift-up indicator
while driving in M mode.
Gear Shift Indicator (if
equipped)
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Gear Shift Indicator display (if
equipped)
For safety, the driver should not look only
at the display. Refer to the display when it
is safe to do so while considering actual
traffic and road conditions. Failure to do
so may lead to an accident.