R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
D6 (Drive, 6th gear)
The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission
operates in gears one through six.
D4 (Drive, 4th gear)
Transmission operates in gears one through four.
This position:
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Allows for all forward gears, 1–4; 5th and 6th gear are not available.
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Provides engine braking.
•
Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from D6 to other
gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing
and when engine braking is required.
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Selecting D4 at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift
into fourth gear.
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Upshifts to 5th and 6th gears are allowed by moving the gearshift
leverto D6.
3 (Third)
Transmission operates in third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides engine braking.
To return to D6 or D4, move the transmission shift lever into the D6 or
D4 position.
2 (Second)
Transmission operates in 2nd gear only.
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
To return to D6, D4 or 3 (Third), move the transmission shift lever into
the D6, D4 or 3 (Third) position.
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