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4-2. Driving procedures
Right-hand drive vehicles
4
Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
5
Press the shift lock override button.
The shift lever can be shifted while the
button is pressed.
AI-SHIFT
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The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor-
mance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D and S position.
CAUTION
When driving on slippery road surfaces
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Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in the vehi-
cle skidding to the side or spinning.
To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock
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Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking brake
and depress the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal when
the shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted out of P, the
vehicle may suddenly start, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
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