Cadillac 2012 Automobile User Manual


 
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Automatic Transmission Features
Driver Shift Control
Driver Shift Control allows the driver to shift gears manually. This feature can be used to
drive the vehicle in a sportier manner or to downshift when driving on a downhill grade to
provide engine braking.
Move the shift lever to the left of the Drive (D) position. Tap the shift lever forward (+) to
upshift or rearward to downshift () (A). The currently selected gear will be displayed on
the left side of the instrument cluster.
If vehicle speed is too high or too low for the requested gear, the shift will not occur. When
coming to a stop, the transmission will automatically shift to 1st gear.
Sport Mode
In the Sport mode, the suspension control and steering effort are enhanced and the
automatic transmission has firmer shifting.
Move the shift lever to the left of the Drive (D) position to engage Sport mode.
Sport Mode On will be displayed in the Driver Information Center.
Fuel Economy (Eco) Mode
The Fuel Economy (Eco) mode can improve the vehicle’s fuel economy by changing the
transmission shift points and making several other fuel-saving adjustments. Driving
performance is more conservative when the Eco mode is active.
Press the ECO button (B) by the shift lever to turn the Eco mode on or off. The ECO
light will illuminate in the instrument cluster when active.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
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