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Transmission Overheating
If the transmission fluid temperature rises above
270°F (132°C) or rises rapidly, the Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light will flash. See Engine
Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3-33 for
more information. When the transmission overheats it
will go into a protection mode and will default into a
different shift sequence to help cool the transmission
fluid. This shift sequence is the same for both D (Drive)
position and manual mode. Continue driving the vehicle
in either position depending on the required vehicle
speed and load. Once the fluid temperature lowers to the
normal temperature range, the transmission will return to
the normal shift patterns. Towing or driving on long hills
can cause the transmission fluid temperature to be higher
than normal. If the transmission fluid temperature will
not cool, you may need to pull over and check the
transmission fluid level. You should also check the
engine coolant temperature. If it is hot, see Engine
Overheating on page 5-29.
2 (Second) and 3 (Third) Gear Start
Feature
When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy
and icy conditions, you may want to select 2 (Second)
and 3 (Third) gear. A higher gear, and light application of
the gas pedal, may allow you to gain more traction on
slippery surfaces.
With the MSM (Manual Shift Mode), the vehicle can
accelerate from a stop in 2 (Second) or 3 (Third).
1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) into the
manual gate.
2. With the vehicle stopped, move the shift lever
forward to select 2 (Second) or 3 (Third).
The vehicle will start from a stop position
in 2 (Second) or 3 (Third).
3. Once the vehicle is moving select the desired
drive gear or move the shift lever to the D (Drive)
position.
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