Automatic Transmission Invecs-Iii Sports Mode 6Cvt (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control System Iii) - Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Owner's Manual

Automatic transmission
INVECS-III Sports Mode 6CVT
(Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle
Electronic Control System III)*
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The INVECS-III uses optimization and adaptation
functions to optimally match the gear ratio to driv-
ing and road conditions.
The CVT is capable of changing the gear ratio auto-
matically and steplessly to suit driving conditions
in all phases of vehicle operation. It therefore real-
izes smooth, shock-free operation and excellent
fuel efficiency.
CAUTION
l Automatic downshifts may not take place
while the CVT fluid is still cool immedi-
ately after you start driving. To cause a
downshift, depress the brake pedal, man-
ually shift down when necessary.
Always strive to drive safely in accord-
ance with road conditions.
Selector lever operation
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The CVT selects an optimum gear ratio automati-
cally, depending on the speed of the vehicle and
the position of the accelerator pedal.
The selector lever (A) has 2 gates; the main gate
(B) and the manual gate (C).
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Starting and driving
While depressing the brake pedal,
move the selector lever through the gate.
Move the selector lever through the gate.
WARNING
l Always depress the brake pedal when
shifting the selector lever into the other
position from the "P" (PARK) or "N"
(NEUTRAL) position.
Never put your foot on the accelerator ped-
al while shifting the selector lever from
the "P" (PARK) or "N" (NEUTRAL) po-
sition.
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