downshift into the
next lower
gear to prevent possible engine and/or
transmission damage. Once the vehicle reaches below a specified entry
speed for the next lower gear, the transmission will allow another
downshift to occur if selected by the driver.
Recommended Shift Speeds
Upshift according to the following charts:
Recommended upshifts when accelerating
Select Shift V6 3.0L
Shift from:
1 - 2
n/a
2 - 3
39 km/h (24 mph)
3 - 4
56 km/h (35 mph)
4 - 5
69 km/h (43 mph)
Recommended upshifts when cruising
Select Shift V6 3.0L
Shift from:
1 - 2
n/a
2 - 3
29 km/h (18 mph)
3 - 4
50 km/h (31 mph)
4 - 5
64 km/h (40 mph)
Recommended upshifts when accelerating
Select Shift V8 3.9L
Shift from:
1 - 2
n/a
2 - 3
34 km/h (21 mph)
3 - 4
51 km/h (32 mph)
4 - 5
66 km/h (41 mph)
Driving
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