Using a Nissan automatic transmission
Starting the engine:
* Depress the brake pedal.
* Move the gear shift lever to the “P” (park) position.
* Start the engine.
Gear shift:
* Make sure the brake pedal is depressed.
* Move the gear shift lever to the desired position (D – drive, R – reverse, N – neutral, P – park).
Movement:
* To move forward, move the lever to position “D” and slowly release the brake pedal. The car will start moving.
* To engage reverse gear, move the lever to the “R” position and press the gas pedal.
Neutral:
* To engage neutral gear, move the lever to the “N” position. This can be used when stopped at a traffic light or in a traffic jam.
Parking:
* To park the vehicle, move the lever to the “P” position and turn off the engine.
Changing gears while driving:
* To shift to a higher gear, simply release the gas pedal and the car will shift automatically.
* To downshift, press the gas pedal and wait until the vehicle shifts.
Using the “Overdrive” (O/D) mode:
* The “O/D Off” button is usually located on the gear lever.
*Pressing this button disables Overdrive mode, allowing the engine to operate in lower gears for better acceleration.
* Turn off “Overdrive” when towing or driving on inclines.
Other features of Nissan automatic transmissions:
* Winter driving mode “Snow”: Helps the vehicle cope with snowy and slippery roads by starting from a higher gear to reduce wheel slip.
*Sport (S) Mode: Provides more responsive shifting and keeps the engine at higher rpm for improved performance.
*Manual Mode (M): Allows the driver to manually change gears using the gear lever or steering wheel paddles.
Tips for use:
* Maintain your transmission regularly, including changing the transmission fluid and filter.
* Avoid sudden acceleration and braking.
*Do not tow trailers that exceed the vehicle’s recommended weight.
*If transmission problems occur, contact a qualified mechanic.