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4-2. Driving procedures

The Gear Shift Indicator is a guide to help the driver achieve improved

fuel economy and reduced exhaust emissions within limits of engine

performance.

Upshifting

Downshifting

 Gear Shift Indicator display

The Gear Shift Indicator may not be displayed when your foot is placed on

the clutch pedal.

 Maximum downshifting speeds

Observe the downshifting speeds in the following table to prevent over-rev-

ving the engine.

km/h (mph)

Gear Shift Indicator

Shift position

Maximum speed

1KR-FE engine 1NR-FE engine 1ND-TV engine

1 45 (28) 46 (29) 43 (27)

2 84 (52) 85 (53) 80 (50)

3 123 (76) 124 (77) 117 (73)

4 157 (98) 158 (98) 158 (98)