Continuously Variable Transmission models
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Park (P): Used for parking or starting/ stopping the engine. Press the brake
pedal, then press the release button to shift.
Reverse (R): Used for reversing.
Neutral (N): Used for idling.
Drive (D): Used for normal driving.
Drive (S): Used for better acceleration, increased engine braking, driving in
hilly terrain, or paddle shifting
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Low (L)
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: Used for increased engine braking.
When you change the shift lever from D to R and vice versa, come to a
complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Operating the shift
lever before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the
transmission.
Manual Transmission models
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Fully press the clutch pedal to operate
the shift lever and change gears, then
slowly release the pedal.
Do not shift to Reverse (R) before the
vehicle comes to a complete stop. This
can damage the transmission.
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Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer’s
red zone. This can severely damage your engine.
When you change the shift lever from D to R and vice versa, come to a
complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Operating the shift
lever before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the
transmission.
n
Paddle Shifters
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Use the paddle shifters to change gears without removing your hands from
the steering wheel.
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
n
Foot Brake
Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your vehicle from moving.
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