Engaging reverse gear R
Only shift the automatic transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary.
•► When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal.
•► Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up past the first point of resistance.
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Driving on sand
WARNING
Do not reduce the tire inflation pressure before driving through sand. However,
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Downhill gradients
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early to a lower gear. This allows you to take advantage of the engine braking effect
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