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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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floor while cranking. This should clear the
engine if it is flooded.
Using the Transmission
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
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D:
4-speed automatic transmission mode
3:
3-speed automatic transmission mode
The transmission can be converted to 3-
speed mode or 4-speed mode by shifting
the gearshift lever from side to side
between “D” and “3” positions.
NOTE:
With the 2WD/4WD switches in the “4L”
position, the 4-speed automatic transmis-
sion will remain in the 3-speed mode.
Gearshift lever
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Use the gearshift lever positions as
described below:
P (Park)
Use this position to lock the transmission
when the vehicle is parked or when start-
ing the engine. Shift into Park only when
the vehicle is completely stationary.
WARNING
Always depress the brake pedal
before shifting from “P” (Park) (or
“N” (Neutral) if the vehicle is station-
ary) to a forward or reverse gear, to
help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly when you shift.
Starting the Engine: 1
Using the Transmission: 10