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Instrument Cluster Messages

4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.

Dedicated messages will be displayed in the instrument

cluster to alert the driver when certain unusual condi-

tions occur.

5. Restart the engine.

6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no

longer detected, the transmission will return to nor-

mal operation.

Transmission Limp Home Mode

Transmission function is monitored electronically for

abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that

could result in transmission damage, Transmission

Limp Home Mode is activated. In this mode, the

transmission remains in third gear regardless of which

forward gear is selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEU-

TRAL will continue to operate. The Malfunction Indi-

cator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. Limp Home

Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized

dealer for service without damaging the transmission.

NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we rec-

ommend that you visit your authorized dealer at your

earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer

has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem

could recur.

If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer

service is required.

AUTOSTICK

AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature

providing manual shift control, giving you more control

of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine

braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,

and improve overall vehicle performance. This system

can also provide you with more control during passing,

city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driv-

ing, and many other situations.

In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission

can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing

the following steps:

1. Stop the vehicle.

2. Shift the transmission into PARK.

3. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.

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Operation

• You can start out (from a stop) in first, second, or

third gear. Starting out in second or third gear can be

helpful in snow or icy conditions. To select second or

third gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop, tap

the gear selector rearward (+) once or twice.

When the gear selector is in the AutoStick position

(beside the Drive position), it can be moved forward

and rearward. This allows the driver to manually select

the transmission gear being used. Moving the gear

selector forward (-) triggers

rearward (+) an upshift. The current gear is displayed in

the instrument cluster.

downshift, and

• The system will ignore shift commands that would

cause engine lugging or overspeed. An audible beep

will sound if an inappropriate gear is requested.

• Avoid using speed control when AutoStick is en-

gaged because the transmission will not shift auto-

matically.

NOTE: In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only

shift up or down when the driver moves the gear

selector rearward (+) or forward (-), except as described

below.

• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when

• The transmission will automatically upshift when

AutoStick is enabled.

necessary to prevent engine over-speed.

• The system may revert to automatic shift mode if a

• The transmission will automatically downshift as the

vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will

display the current gear.

fault or overheat condition is detected.

To disengage AutoStick mode, return the gear selector

to the DRIVE position. You can shift in or out of the

AutoStick position at any time without taking your foot

off the accelerator pedal.

• The transmission will automatically downshift to

first gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the

driver should manually upshift (+) the transmission

as the vehicle is accelerated.

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Traction

WARNING!

When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for

a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road

surface. This is known as hydroplaning, and may cause

partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping

ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precau-

tions should be observed:

Do not downshift for additional engine braking on

a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their

grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision

or personal injury.

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES

Acceleration

• Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are

slushy.

Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other

slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull

erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs

when there is a difference in the surface traction under

the front (driving) wheels.

• Slow down if the road has standing water or

puddles.

• Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first

become visible.

• Keep tires properly inflated.

WARNING!

• Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle

and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in

a sudden stop.

Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger-

ous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of

the front wheels. You could lose control of the

vehicle and possibly have a collision. Accelerate

slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be

poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.).

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

Driving through water more than a few inches/

centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure

safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.

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