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4-2. Driving procedures
*
1
: Shifting the shift lever to D allows the system to select a gear suitable for
the driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to D is recommended for nor-
mal driving.
If equipped, by selecting shift ranges using paddle shift switches, you can
control engine braking force.
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2
: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible
gear ranges, controls engine braking force, and prevents unnecessary
upshifting.
Shift position purpose
Shift position Objective or function
P Parking the vehicle/starting the engine
R Reversing
N Neutral
D Normal driving*
1
S S mode driving*
2
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