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4-2. Driving procedures
The selected gear, from M1 to M10, will be
fixed and displayed in the meter.
When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the paddle shift
switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situation:
When vehicle speed drops (down-
shift only).
When vehicle speed increases
(upshift only).
When the accelerator pedal is firmly
depressed.
When it is necessary to protect the
transmission when the transmission
fluid temperature is high or low, or
other reasons.
Also, the gear will not shift when the
vehicle speed is low, even if an upshift
operation is performed.
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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.)
Gear Shift Indicator
The Gear Shift Indicator display is a
guide to help the driver achieve
improved fuel economy and reduced
exhaust emissions within limits of
engine performance.
When not in operation
A
Shift-up indicator
B
Gear Shift Indicator function
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This function automatically operates
during M mode.
By following the Shift-up indicator
and shifting up accordingly, it is pos-
sible to achieve improved fuel econ-
omy and reduced exhaust
emissions.
The Gear Shift Indicator does not
have a similar function for down-
shifting.
Depending on the driving condi-
tions, the Gear Shift Indicator may
not display the Shift-up indicator
while driving in M mode.
WARNING
Gear Shift Indicator display
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For safety, the driver should not look only
at the display. Refer to the display when it
is safe to do so while considering actual
traffic and road conditions.
Failure to do so may lead to an accident.
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