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5. Let the engine warm up.
Shifting the
Transmission
This vehicle is equipped with a
continuously
variable
transmission
(CVT) coupled to a dual-range
transmission with reverse and park. To
shift the transmission, follow these steps:
NOTE: The CVT is fully automatic
and shifts as a function of engine RPM.
1. To select high range from park, move
the shift lever rearward through
reverse and neutral until the letter
“H” is displayed on the digital gauge.
2. To select low range from high range,
move the shift lever rearward one
position until the letter “L” is dis-
played on the digital gauge.
NOTE: The high range is for normal
driving with light loads. The low range
is for carrying heavy loads. Compared
to HIGH range, the LOW range posi-
tion provides slower speed and
greater torque to the wheels.
3. To select reverse gear from park,
move the shift lever rearward one
position until the letter “R” is dis-
played on the digital gauge.
4. To select neutral from park, move the
gear shift rearward two positions until
the letter “N” is displayed on the digital
gauge.
5. To select park, move the shift lever
completely forward until the letter “P”
illuminates on the digital gauge.
Driving the Vehicle
Once the engine is warm, the vehicle is
ready to be driven.
1. With the engine idling, press the foot
brake pedal to apply the brake; then
select the appropriate operating range
and/or direction with the shift lever.
2. Release the foot brake pedal and
press the accelerator to slowly add
power to start moving.
3. To slow down or stop, release the
accelerator and press the foot brake
pedal as necessary to slow or stop the
vehicle.
NOTE: See the chart below for
operating guidelines for vehicles
equipped with the “Rapid
Response” clutch system.
CAUTION
Do not run the starter motor for more
than eight seconds per starting
attempt. The starter motor may over-
heat causing severe starter motor
damage. Allow 15 seconds between
starting attempts to allow the starter
motor to cool.
CAUTION
Always come to a complete stop
before attempting to shift from one
range to the other or into reverse or
park. Always shift on level ground or
apply the brakes.
CAUTION
Always shift into low range when
operating on wet or uneven terrain or
when towing or pushing heavy loads.
Failure to follow this caution may
result in premature drive belt failure
or in damage to related drive system
components.