Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■ Shifting the shift lever
5-speed models
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
4-speed models
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
■ Shift position uses
*: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for normal driving.
■Downshifting restrictions
The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded.
2WD models
4WD models
■When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)
The engine brake will not operate when downshifting from D to 4 (5-speed models) or 3 (4-speed models).
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
■AI-SHIFT
AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver performance and driving conditions.
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.
The engine speed may remain high after releasing the accelerator pedal.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
Child restraint systems
A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly
restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt.
The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child
restraint systems.
Points to remember
Studies have shown that instal ...
Communication Error from VSC to ECM (P1630)
DESCRIPTION
The skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) sends signals such as cruise control
cancel signals and brake demand response signals to the ECM when the dynamic radar
cruise control system is operating.
DTC No.
Detection Item
DTC Detection Condition ...
Lost Communication with ECM/PCM "A" Missing Message (U010087)
DESCRIPTION
The engine control unit and the transmission control unit are located inside
the ECM. The engine control unit intercommunicates with the transmission control
unit with the Controller Area Network (CAN).
If there is a problem in this intercommunication, the ECM stores a DTC.
...