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To return to Overdrive mode, press the transmission control switch.
The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.
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Overdrive mode is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
3 (Third)
This position allows for third gear only.
•
Provides engine braking.
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To return to D (Drive) without Overdrive, move the transmission shift
lever into the D (Drive) position.
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Selecting 3 (Third) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to
downshift to third gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.
2 (Second)
This position allows for second gear only.
•
Provides engine braking.
•
Use to start-up on slippery roads.
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To return to D (Drive) without Overdrive or 3 (Third), move the
transmission shift lever into the D (Drive) or 3 (Third) position.
•
Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to
downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.
1 (First)
This position allows for first gear only.
•
Provides maximum engine braking.
•
Will not downshift into first gear at high speeds; will cause the
transmission to downshift to a lower gear, then allows for first gear
when the vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
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Allowed in Overdrive or Drive.
•
Depress the accelerator to the floor.
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Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
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