D Drive
D is the normal driving position. Upshift and downshift of the forward gears occurs automatically and is
governed by acceleration and vehicle speed.
2 Intermediate position
Upshift and downshift of first two gears (low and intermediate) occurs automatically.
No upshift to 3rd (top) gear occurs.
Position 2 may be used to obtain forced downshift to 2nd gear for increased engine braking effect.
Position 2 can also be used...
● for relatively slow highway driving.
● for city driving.
● when driving on mountain roads where precise speed control is desirable.
● for passing.
1 Low position
If position 1 is selected when driving at high speeds, 2 is engaged first and 1 when the speed has
dropped to approx. 30 mph (50 km/h).
NOTE: No upshift once 1 is
engaged.
Use position 1 to select low gear with no upshift. Use for instance, when ascending and descending steep
grades.
pg. 59 Automatic Transmission
