Automatic Transmission; Shift Lever Position Indicator - Acura 2001 TL Owner's Manual

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Automatic Transmission

Your Acura's transmission has five
forward speeds, and is electronically
controlled for smoother shifting. It
also has a ''lock-up'' torque converter
for better fuel economy. You may
feel what seems like another shift
when the converter locks.
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Driving

Shift Lever Position Indicator

This indicator in the tachometer
shows which position the shift lever
is in. The illuminated number next to
the ''D '' indicator shows you the
5
gear you have selected in the
Sequential SportShift mode.
The ''D '' indicator comes on for a
5
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch ON (II). If it flashes
while driving (in any shift position),
it indicates a possible problem in the
transmission. Avoid rapid
acceleration and have the
transmission checked by an
authorized Acura dealer as soon as
possible.