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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Automatic transmission
1
The ignition switch 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.
OVERVIEW
Park
1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
4-speed models
5-speed models
Park
1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
Fourth gear
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
W
indshield and back window washer fluid tank
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including
oil changes, will help extend the life of
your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet,” “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’
s Manual
Supplement.”
6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine
Engine maintenance
4 cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
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