Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temperature of the transmission fluid up to normal operating temperature; 158 to 1768F (70 to 808C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
3. First shift the select lever in each position. Then shift it in the “P” position, and run the engine at idling speed.
1) Yellow handle
1) HOT range
2) COLD range
3) Upper level
4) Lower level
4. Pull out the level gauge and check the fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the lower level on the “HOT” range, add the recommended automatic transmission fluid up to the upper level.
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Driving in foreign countries
When planning to use your vehicle in another country:
● Confirm the availability of the correct fuel. Refer to “Fuel requirements”
F7-2.
● Comply with all regulations and requirements ...
Changing voice tag
1. Select the “PHONE BOOK” menu.
2. Select the “CHANGE NAME” menu.
3. Select the phone number by operating the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial/by pressing the talk switch and saying the
voice tag.
4. Selec ...
Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal
driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.
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