Range Selection

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 is available with the coast clutch applied in manual 1 position, manual 2nd (3rd gear) position and 4th gear with overdrive canceled.

2nd Position-3rd 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.