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326 STARTING AND OPERATING
The following indicators should be used to ensure that you
have properly engaged the transmission into the PARK posi-
tion:
• W
hen shifting into PARK, push the lock button on the gear
select
or and firmly move the selector all the way forward
until it stops and is fully seated.
• Look at the transmission gear position display and verify
that i
t indicates the PARK position (P), and is not blinking.
• With brake pedal released, verify that the gear selector will
not mo
ve out of PARK.
NOTE:
If the gear selector cannot be moved to the PARK position
(
when pu
shed forward), it is probably in the AutoStick (+/-)
position (beside the DRIVE position). In AutoStick mode, the
transmission gear (1, 2, 3, etc.) is displayed in the instrument
cluster. Move the gear selector to the right (into the DRIVE
[D] position) for access to PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged
p
eriods
with the engine running. Apply the parking brake and
shift the transmission into PARK if you must exit the vehicle.
• DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or
NEUTRA
L into another gear range, as this can damage
the drivetrain.
CAUTION! (Continued)
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the
ignition
to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices
that limit your response to changing traffic or road
conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and
have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other
reason w
ith the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause
severe transmission damage.
Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And
Operati
ng” and “Towing A Disabled Vehicle” in “In
Case Of Emergency” for further information.
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