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2-1. Driving procedures
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■ Shift position purpose
*
1
: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the D
position for normal driving.
*
2
: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the pos-
sible gear ranges, controls engine braking forces, and prevents unnec-
essary upshifting.
Shift position 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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