D Drive
D is the normal driving position. Upshift and downshift of the three forward gears occurs automatically
and is governed by throttle opening and vehicle speed.
pg. 35 Automatic transmission
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.
Top speed when selecting 2 is 70 mph (110 km/h).
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. For instance, when entering and descending steep
grades.
Top speed when selecting 1 is 70 mph (110 km/h).
Kick-down
Automatic shift to a lower gear is achieved by depressing the throttle pedal briskly (passing the normal
full throttle position).
An up-shift will be achieved when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the
throttle pedal slightly.
Kick-down can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds.
Starting and stopping a car equipped with automatic transmission
1 Fasten the seat belts.
2 Apply the parking brake or the brake pedal to hold the car (to prevent the car from moving when the
gear selector is moved).
3 Select position P or N. (Engine cannot be started in any other position).
4 Start the engine by turning the ignition key.
5 Select the desired gear.
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