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L mode

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For maximum engine braking and power for climbing, activate the L mode by pressing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) and the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) at the same time and hold them for about 5 seconds. The shift indicator displays an L while in this mode. The system will return to the automatic shift mode and the shift indicator display turns off when the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) and the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) are held at the same time for about 2 seconds or when the optional Mode switch is pressed.

Fig 1: Identifying L Mode
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