The Driver Information Center (DIC) in the
instrument cluster will change from the currently
displayed message to the letter “M”, For MANUAL
position, and a number indicating the requested
gear range when moving the shift lever forward or
rearward.
While using the TAP-shift feature the transaxle will
have firmer shifting and sportier performance.
You can use this for sport driving or when climbing
hills to stay in gear longer or to downshift for
more power or engine braking.
The transaxle will only allow you to shift into gears
appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine
revolutions per minute (RPM):
• The transaxle will not automatically shift to
the next higher gear if the engine RPM is
too high.
• The transaxle will not allow shifting to the next
lower gear if the engine RPM is too high.
SECOND (2) /THIRD (3) Gear Start
Feature
Notice: If you attempt a third gear start while
trailering or towing a heavy load, you will
notice reduced engine power. This could
overheat and damage your transaxle. Do not
attempt a third gear start while trailering
or towing your vehicle.
If your vehicle has the 6-speed transaxle, when
accelerating your vehicle from a stop in snowy
and icy conditions, you may want to shift into
SECOND (2), or THIRD (3) gear. A higher gear,
and light application of the gas pedal, may allow
you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces.
With the TAP-shift feature, the vehicle can
accelerate from a stop in SECOND (2) or
THIRD (3).
1. Move the shift lever from DRIVE (D) into the
MANUAL (M) position.
2. With the vehicle stopped, press the plus (+)
paddle forward to select SECOND (2) or
THIRD (3) gear. The vehicle will start
from a stop position in SECOND (2) or
THIRD (3) gear.
3. Once the vehicle is moving select the desired
drive gear.
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