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While Operating
Paddle Shift Control Switches
(if equipped)
• Temporary use: Even when the selector is in the
“D” (Drive) position, you can temporarily shift the
gear by pulling the “+” or “–” paddle shift control
switch. The transmission will automatically
switch back to Normal Mode.
• When the selector lever is in Manual Mode, shift to the next higher gear by pulling the “+”
paddle shift control switch on the steering wheel. Pull the “–” paddle shift control switch
to shift into the next lower gear.
When Manual Shifting Operation is Possible
• Arrow-shaped lights in the center of the instrument panel show whether an upshift is
possible and whether a downshift is possible.
Instrument Panel Switches
(lower left)
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for details on these switches.
1. Steering Responsive Headlights OFF switch
(if equipped)
2. Traction Mode / Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
3. Blind Spot Detection / Rear Cross Traffic Alert OFF switch
(if equipped)
4. Power rear gate switch
(if equipped)
5. Rear gate memory switch
(if equipped)
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