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Automatic Transmission
PowerShift Automatic Transmission
WARNING:
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
WARNING:
Do not apply the brake pedal and accelerator pedal simultaneously. Applying both pedals simultaneously for more than three seconds will limit engine rpm, which may result in difficulty maintaining speed in traffic and could lead to serious injury. |
Note:
Some sound and shift characteristics are unique to the transmission in your vehicle. These operations are normal and do not affect the durability of the transmission.
Note:
Do not use the accelerator to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. This will overheat the transmission.
Some sound and shift characteristics are unique to the PowerShift transmission in your vehicle and will be felt as the transmission operates. These operations are normal and do not affect the durability of the transmission. You may notice the following characteristics of this technology:
- Although the gears shift automatically, the shifting feel and sound experienced from the Powershift transmission is similar to those of a manual transmission, which is normal.
- The Powershift transmission continuously makes electronic adjustments to optimize shift quality. During the initial break-in period, you may feel slight vibrations when accelerating your vehicle from low speeds.
Selector Lever Positions
P ParkR ReverseN NeutralD DriveS Sport mode and manual shifting+ Manual shift up- Manual shift down |
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WARNING:
Apply the brakes before moving the transmission selector lever and keep them applied until you are ready to move off. |
Press the button on the transmission selector lever to change to each position.
The transmission selector lever position will be shown in the information display.
P (Park)
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WARNING:
Move the transmission selector lever to park only when your vehicle is stationary.
WARNING:
Apply the parking brake and move the transmission selector lever to park before leaving your vehicle. Make sure that the transmission selector lever is latched in position. |
Note:
An audible warning will sound if you open the driver's door and you have not moved the transmission selector lever to park.
In this position, power is not transmitted to the drive wheels and the transmission is locked. You can start the engine with the transmission selector lever in this position.
R (Reverse)
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WARNING:
Move the transmission selector lever to reverse only when your vehicle is stationary and the engine is at idle speed.
WARNING:
Always come to a complete stop before shifting the transmission selector lever out of reverse. |
Move the transmission selector lever to reverse to allow your vehicle to move backward.
N (Neutral)
In this position, power is not transmitted to the drive wheels but the transmission is not locked. You can start the engine with the transmission selector lever in this position.
D (Drive)
Note:
A shift will occur only when your vehicle speed and the engine speed are appropriate.
Note:
You may temporarily override the current gear selected using the + and - buttons.
Select drive to shift automatically through the forward gears.
The transmission will select the appropriate gear for optimum performance based on ambient temperature, road gradient, vehicle load and your input.
Sport Mode and Manual Shifting
Sport Mode
Note:
In sport mode the transmission operates as normal but gears are selected more quickly and at higher engine speeds.
Note:
In sport mode S will be shown in the information display.
Switch on sport mode by moving the transmission selector lever to position S. Sport mode will remain on until either you shift manually up or down the gears using + and - or move the transmission selector lever to position D.
Manual Shifting
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WARNING:
Do not hold the buttons permanently in - or +.
WARNING:
The transmission will automatically downshift when the engine speed is too low. |
Press the - button to shift down and press the + button to shift up.
Gears may be skipped by pressing the buttons repeatedly at short intervals.
Manual mode also provides a kickdown function. See Kickdown.
Hints on Driving With an Automatic Transmission
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WARNING:
Do not idle the engine for long periods of time in drive with the brakes applied. |
Moving Off
- Release the parking brake.
- Release the brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal.
Stopping
- Release the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal.
- Apply the parking brake.
- Move the transmission selector lever to N or P.
Kickdown
Press the accelerator pedal fully with the transmission selector lever in the drive position to select the next lowest gear for optimum performance. Release the accelerator pedal when you no longer require kickdown.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow
Note:
Do not rock your vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Note:
Do not rock your vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Emergency Park Position Release Lever
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WARNING:
Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working.
WARNING:
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working correctly. See an authorized dealer. |
Use the lever to move the transmission selector lever from the park position in the event of an electrical malfunction or if your vehicle battery has no charge.
- Apply the parking brake and switch the ignition off before performing this procedure.
- Remove the retaining screw.
- Remove the center console side panel.
Note:
The lever is pink.
- Apply the brake pedal. Using a suitable tool rotate the lever forward while pulling the transmission selector lever out of the park position and into the neutral position.
Note:
See an authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used.
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