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STARTING AND OPERATING
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Gear Selector And Pattern
NOTE:
Even if you intend to use the automatic
tr
ansmission functions as a traditional auto-
matic, you should also be aware that you can
i
n
advertently shift into manual shift mode
and an inappropriate gear may be retained as
the vehicle speed increases. If you notice the
engine speed going higher or hear the engine
racing, confirm you have not accidentally
slipped into manual shift mode (refer to
“Manual Shift Mode” paragraph in this
section).
Shift Position Indication
The gear selector position (PRNDM) is illu-
minated when the ignition is placed in the
ON
mode.
NOTE:
If one of the following actions is performed,
t
h
e gear selector position is displayed for five
minutes even if the ignition is placed in a
mode other than ON.
The ignition is placed in the OFF mode.
The driver's door is opened.
Gear Position Indication
In MANUAL (M) shift mode, the “M” of the
sh
ift position indication illuminates and the
number of the selected gear is displayed.
Gear Selector Positions
PARK (P)
PARK (P) locks the transmission and
pr
events the driveshaft from rotating.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi-
tute for the park brake. Always apply the
pa
rk brake fully when parked to guard
against vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
Your vehicle could move and injure you
and others if it is not in PARK. 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.
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