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tions. When the "+" paddle shift switch
is operated, the shift range switches to
a range that is one range higher than
the current range.
Changing the shift range allows
restriction of the highest shift range,
preventing unnecessary upshifting and
enabling the level of engine braking
force to be selected.
1
Upshifting
2
Downshifting
The selected shift range, from D1 to D10,
will be displayed in the meter.
To return to normal D position driving, the
"+" paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.
Meter display
Function
A gear in the range
between D1 and the
selected shift range is
D2-D10
automatically chosen
depending on vehicle
speed and driving condi-
Setting the shift range at
D1
A lower shift range will provide greater
engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
Automatic deactivation of shift range
■
selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will
be deactivated in the following situations:
When the vehicle comes to a stop
●
●
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for
more than a certain period of time
●
When the shift lever is moved to D again
When the "+" paddle shift switch is
●
pressed and held
●
When dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range, dynamic radar cruise
control or cruise control is operating
Downshifting restriction warning
■
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.)
Selecting gears in the M position
To enter M mode, shift the shift position
to M. Gears can be selected by oper-
ating the paddle shift switches, allowing
you to drive in the gear of your choos-
ing.
tions
D1
1
Upshifting
2
Downshifting
The gear changes once every time the
paddle shift switch is operated.
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