Range Selection

Range Selection





The transmission has 6 range positions: P, R, N, (D), 3, 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 ((D)) position provides:
^ automatic shifts 1-5 and 5-1.
^ apply and release of the torque converter clutch.
^ maximum fuel economy during normal operation.
^ engine braking in 5th gear.

Drive - Overdrive Canceled

The OVERDRIVE position provides:
^ automatic shifts 1-4 and 4-1.
^ apply and release of the torque converter clutch.
^ maximum fuel economy during normal operation.
^ engine braking in 4th gear.

3rd Position - 3rd Gear

The 3rd position provides:
^ 3rd gear start and hold.
^ torque converter clutch apply and release.
^ improved traction on slippery roads.
^ engine braking.

2nd Position - 2nd Gear

If this position is selected at normal road speeds, the transmission will downshift into the next lower gear and continue downshifting until the vehicle reaches 2nd gear.

The 2nd position provides:
^ 2nd gear start and hold.
^ torque converter clutch 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 downshift into the next lower gear and continue downshifting until the vehicle reaches 1st gear. This position provides:
^ 1st gear operation only.
^ engine braking for descending steep grades.