Range Selection

This transmission has 5 range positions: P, R, N, D and L.

Selector Lever - 6F35 

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In the park position:

• there is no power flow through the transmission.
• the parking pawl locks the final drive.
• the engine may be started.
• the ignition key may be removed.

Reverse 

In the REVERSE position:

• the vehicle may be operated in a rearward direction, at a reduced gear ratio.
• engine braking will occur.

Neutral 

In the NEUTRAL position:

• there is no power flow through the transmission.
• the output shaft is not held and is free to turn.
• the engine may be started.

Drive Position With Grade Assist 

DRIVE is the normal position for most forward driving.

Drive provides:

• automatic shifts -1st through 6th gears.
• apply and release of the TCC.
• maximum fuel economy during normal operation.

Manual L Position 

In the L position:

• the transmission provides maximum engine braking.
• the transmission downshifts to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed.

Manual L position allows for 1st gear when the vehicle reaches slower speeds.

Gear Availability 

Manual Lever Position	Transmission Gear Operation	Description
D Grade Assist	1-2-3-4-5-6	1st through 5th gears are available. Transmission shifts to the 5th gear if the TCS button is pressed when the transmission is in 6th gear. Transmission provides engine braking. Grade assist is activated.
L	1-2-3-4-6	1st gear hold with engine braking. The transmission downshifts to 1st gear when L is selected above a calibrated speed under minimum to moderate accelerator pedal position.