Range Selection

The transmission has six range positions: P, R, N, (D), 2 and 1.

Park
In the PARK position:
- There is no power flow through the transmission.
- The parking pawl locks the output shaft to the case.
- The engine may be started.
- The ignition key may be removed.

Reverse
In the REVERSE position:
- The vehicle may be operated in a rearward direction, at a reduced gear ratio.

Neutral
In the NEUTRAL position:
- There is no Power flow through the transmission.
- The output shaft is not held and is free to turn.
- The engine may be started.

Overdrive
Overdrive is the normal position for most forward driving.
The OVERDRIVE position provides:
- Automatic shifts.
- Apply and release of the torque converter clutch.
- Maximum fuel economy during normal operation.
- Automatic shift 1-4 with O/D canceled.
- Engine braking with coast clutch applied in 1, 3 and 4.

2nd Positioned Gear
The 2nd position provides:
- Third gear start and hold.
- The torque converter clutch may apply and release.
- Improved traction on slippery roads.
- Engine braking.

Manual Low Position
If this position is selected at normal road speeds, the transmission will shift into third gear, then into first when the vehicle reaches a speed below approximately 48 km/h (30 mph). This position provides:
- First gear operation only.
- Engine braking for descending steep grades.