Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Controls
Automatic Transmission Controls
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Lock-release button
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Selector lever
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Indication |
Various Lockouts |
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Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal and hold in the lock-release button to shift (The ignition must be switched ON). |
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Indicates the selector lever can be shifted freely into any position. |
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Indicates that you must hold in the lock-release button to shift. |
The Sport AT has an option that is not included in the traditional automatic transmission that gives the driver the option of selecting each gear instead of leaving it to the transmission to shift gears. Even if you intend to use the automatic transmission functions as a traditional automatic, you should also be aware that you can inadvertently shift into manual shift mode and an inappropriate gear may be retained as the vehicle speed increases. If you notice the engine speed going higher or hear the engine racing, confirm you have not accidentally slipped into manual shift mode (Search).
Shift-Lock System
Shift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift from P:
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Depress and hold the brake pedal.
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Start the engine.
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Press and hold the lock-release button.
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Move the selector lever.
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When the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched off, the selector lever cannot be shifted from P position.
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The ignition cannot be switched to OFF if the selector lever is not in P position.
Shift-Lock Override
Transmission Ranges
Transmission Ranges
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The shift position indication in the instrument cluster illuminates.
Refer to Shift Position Indication (Search).
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Shift the selector lever to the P or N position to start the engine.
P (Park)
P locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from rotating.
Always set the selector lever to P position and set the parking brake:
Only setting the selector lever to the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle is dangerous. If P fails to hold, the vehicle could move and cause an accident.
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Shifting into P, N or R while the vehicle is moving can damage your transmission.
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Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is running faster than idle can damage the transmission.
R (Reverse)
In position R, the vehicle moves only backward. You must be at a complete stop before shifting to or from R, except under rare circumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle (Search).
N (Neutral)
In N, the wheels and transmission are not locked. The vehicle will roll freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on.
If the engine is running faster than idle, do not shift from N or P into a driving gear:
It's dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the engine is running faster than idle. If this is done, the vehicle could move suddenly, causing an accident or serious injury.
Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle:
Shifting into N while driving is dangerous. Engine braking cannot be applied when decelerating which could lead to an accident or serious injury.
Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle. Doing so can cause transmission damage.
Apply the parking brake or depress the brake pedal before moving the selector lever from N position to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position. From a stop, the transmission will automatically shift through a 6-gear sequence.
M (Manual)
M is the manual shift mode position. Gears can be shifted up or down by operating the selector lever.
Refer to Manual Shift Mode (Search).
Shift Position Indication
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Shift position indication
The selector position is indicated when the ignition is switched ON.
Gear position indication
In manual shift mode, the “M” of the shift position indication illuminates and the numeral for the selected gear is displayed.
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) automatically controls the transmission shift points to best suit the road conditions and driver input. This improves driving feel. The transmission may switch to AAS mode when driving up and down slopes, cornering, driving at high elevations, or depressing the accelerator pedal quickly while the selector lever is in the D position. Depending on the road and driving conditions/vehicle operations, gear shifting could be delayed or not occur, however, this does not indicate a problem because the AAS mode will maintain the optimum gear position.
