
3-18
68PH5-74E
For Diesel Engine
*NOTE:
You may not accelerate to the maximum
allowable speed because of the driving sit-
uation and/or the vehicle condition.
Continuously Variable Transmis-
sion (CVT)
68PH00311
(1) S-mode switch
68PM00308
(2) S-mode indicator
S-mode switch
The S-mode switch (1) is used to turn on
and off the sport mode.
To turn on the S-mode, push in the switch
and S-mode indicator (2) will appear on
the information display. To turn off the S-
mode, push in the switch again and S-
mode indicator will go off.
Downshifting
km/h
2nd to 1st
20
3rd to 2nd
75
4th to 3rd
120
5th to 4th
175*
NOTICE
Do not downshift to a lower gear at
the speed faster than the maximum
allowable speeds for the next lower
speed, or severe damage to engine
and transmission can result.
WARNING
• Reduce your speed and downshift
to a lower gear before going down
a long or steep hill. A lower gear
will allow the engine to provide
braking. Avoid riding the brakes or
they may overheat, resulting in
brake failure.
• When driving on slippery roads, be
sure to slow down before down-
shifting. Excessive and/or sudden
changes in engine speed may
cause loss of traction, which could
cause you to lose control.
NOTICE
Make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stationary before you shift
into “R” (Reverse).
NOTICE
• To help avoid clutch damage, do
not use the clutch pedal as a foot-
rest while driving or use the clutch
to keep the vehicle stationary on a
slope. Depress the clutch fully
when shifting.
• When shifting or starting off, do not
race the engine. Racing the engine
can shorten engine life and cause
negative effect to smooth shifting.
(1)
EXAMPLE
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
EXAMPLE