Winter Drive Mode
OPERATIONThe winter switch will operate when switched on after the all of following conditions are present. Conditions:
1. The gear select position is "D" range only
2. Vehicle speed is 7 mph (11 km/h) or less
3. Transmission oil temperature is 120°C (248°F) or less
4. Kick-down switch is off
5. Accelerator opening is at 8% or less.
CANCEL RELEASE
Cancellation By Driver
1. Turning off the winter drive mode switch
2. Shifting select position to "3", "2", or "L" (Winter drive mode is not canceled by selecting "D", "N", "R", or "P"
3. Ignition key is turned off
Automatic Cancellation
1. When vehicle runs at 22 mph (35 km/h) or more for 1 second or more
2. When transmission oil temperature reaches 140°C (284°F) or above
NOTE: The mode returns to normal drive mode automatically after the winter drive mode is canceled.