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To return the transaxle to the
normal Overdrive operation, press
the O/D OFF control again. Use this
control to select between Overdrive
or D (O/D OFF) whenever you drive
your vehicle.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) for start-up on
slippery roads or to give you more
engine braking to slow your vehicle
on downgrades.
Do not go faster than 108 km/h (68
mph) when in this gear. You can
upshift from 2 (Second) to
overdrive at any time.
1 (First)
Use 1 (First) for when added engine
braking is desired when descending
steep hills.
The automatic transaxle will shift to
the proper gear to ascend any grade
without any need to shift to 1
(First).
Do not go faster than 56 km/h (35 mph) when in this gear. You can
upshift from 1 (First) to overdrive at any time.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) SYSTEM
4x4 system general information
For important information regarding safe operation of this type
of vehicle see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter.
Your vehicle is equipped with a 4x4 system. This 4x4 system can use all
four wheels to power the vehicle. This helps increase traction, enabling
Driving
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