Toyota 2009 RAV4 - Automatic Transmission Operation; 4-Speed Models Gear Selection; 5-Speed Models Gear Selection; Parking Brake Operation

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Automatic Transmission
* The “ENGINE START STOP” switch/engine must be “ON” and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking
downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
4-speed models
5-speed models
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
Fourth gear
Parking brake
Pull
(2) Push
(1) Pull slightly
(3) Lower
Set Release
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
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