Overdrive (O/D) OFF switch

Overdrive (O/D) OFF switch
Overdrive (O/D) OFF switch

When the O/D OFF switch is pushed with the shift selector in the D (Drive) position, the light in the instrument panel illuminates. See light in the instrument panel illuminates. See “Overdrive off indicator light (CVT models)” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual.

Use the Overdrive off mode when you need improved engine braking.

To turn off the Overdrive off mode, push the O/D OFF switch again. The will turn off. indicator light will turn off.

Each time the engine is started, or when the shift selector is shifted to any position other than D (Drive), the Overdrive off mode will be automatically turned off.

    See also:

    Opening the trunk lid
    1. Push the trunk opener request switch A for more than 1 second while carrying the Intelligent Key with you. 2. The trunk will unlatch. A chime will sound 4 times. 3. Raise the trunk lid to op ...

    Accelerator downshift — In D position —
    For passing or hill climbing, fully depress the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed. ...

    Headlights
    Replacing the xenon headlight bulb (if so equipped) HIGH VOLTAGE: When xenon headlights are on, they produce a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disassembl ...