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External Controls: SelectShift

SelectShift™ Switch 

When the selector lever is moved to the S position, the driver can shift the transmission manually using the SelectShift™ switch mounted on the selector lever knob.

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Paddle Shifter (SHO only) 

When the selector lever is moved to the S position, the driver can shift the transmission manually using the steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.

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Item Description
1 Upshift +
2 Downshift -

With SelectShift™:

The transmission will make some shifts automatically primarily to protect the engine from stalling.

It is recommended to return to DRIVE mode on flat terrain to provide the best fuel economy and transmission function. The transmission returns to O/D when the selector lever is moved to the DRIVE position.