GMC 1996 Sonoma Owner's Manual page 64

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn't
connect with the wheels. To restart when you're already
moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE
( D ) :
This position is for
normal driving. If you need more power for passing,
and you're:
Shifting out of PARK
(P) or NEUTRAL (N) while
your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is
dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the
brake pedal, your vehicle could move very
rapidly. You could lose control and hit people
or objects. Don't shift out of PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing.
NOTICE:
Damage to your transmission caused by shifting
out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the
engine racing isn't covered by your warranty.
Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your
accelerator pedal a b o ~ ~ t halfway down.
Going about 35 rnph (56 kndll) or more, push the
accelerator all the way down.
You'll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (69) should not be used
when towing
a
trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on
steep hills, or for off-road driving. Select DRIVE (D)
when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions.
DRIVE (D): This position is
also used for normal
driving, however it offers more power and lower fuel
economy
than
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE
(@).
You
should use DRIVE (D) when towing a trailer, carrying a
heavy load, driving on steep hills or winding roads or
for off-road driving.
SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but
lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills.
It can help control your speed
a s
you go down steep
mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your
brakes off and on. You can also use SECOND (2) for
starting your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
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