Operation Manual

forward (-) triggers a downshift, and rearward (+) an

upshift. The current gear is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

NOTE: In AutoStick® mode, the transmission will only

shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever

rearward (+) or forward (-), except as described below.

• The transmission will automatically upshift when nec-

essary to prevent engine over-speed.

• The transmission will automatically downshift as the

vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will

display the current gear.

• 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.

• 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 shift

lever rearward (+) once or twice.

• 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.

• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when

AutoStick® is engaged.

• The system may revert to automatic shift mode if a

fault or overheat condition is detected.

To disengage AutoStick® mode, return the shift lever 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.

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