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WARNING!
• Y our vehicle could move and injure you
and others if it is not in P ARK. Check by
trying to move the gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released. Make
sure the transmission is in PARK before
exiting the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allow-
ing children to be in a vehicle unattended
is dangerous for a number of reasons. A
child or others could be seriously or fatally
injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the
transmission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil-
dren), and do not leave the ignition in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could op-
erate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the
following precautions are not observed:
• Shift into or out of P ARK or REVERSE only
after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
• Do not shift between P ARK, REVERSE,
NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is
above idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure
your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE:
You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode
The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve
the vehicle's overall fuel economy during normal
driving conditions. Push the “econ” switch in
the center stack of the instrument panel and a
green light will indicate the ECON mode is
engaged.
When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is en-
abled, the vehicle control systems will change
the following:
• The transmission will upshift sooner and
downshift later.
• The transmission will skip select gears during
shifts to allow the engine to operate at lower
speeds.
• The torque converter clutch may engage at
lower engine speeds and remain on longer.
ECON Switch Location
109
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