The automatic transmission has 8 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever.
✽ NOTICE
The first few shifts on a new vehicle or if the battery has been disconnected, may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and the shifting sequence will adjust after shifts are cycled a few times by the TCM (Transaxle Control Module) or PCM (Powertrain Control Module).
CAUTION
Transmission
To avoid damage to your transmission, do not accelerate the engine in R (Reverse) or any forward gear position with the brakes on. The transmission may be damaged if you shift into P (Park) while the vehicle is in motion.
When stopped on an incline, do not hold the vehicle with engine power. Use the service brake or the parking brake.
Transaxle Shift Indicator
Automatic Transaxle Shift Indicator
This indicator displays which automatic transaxle shift lever is selected.
Park : P
Reverse : R
Neutral : N
Drive : D
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Armed stage
Park the vehicle and stop the engine. Arm the system as described below.
1.Turn off the engine.
2.Make sure that all doors (and trunk) and engine hood are closed and latched.
3. Lock the doors by d ...