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TOYOTA 2011 Camry User Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures

Shift ranges and their functions

A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a
higher shift range.

Downshifting restrictions

To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)

When driving with the cruise control system

Engine braking will not occur during shift range selection in the D position or
S mode, even when downshifting to range 5 or 4. (

P. 170)

If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
→P. 471

Shift range

Function

6

A gear between 1 and 6 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

5

A gear between 1 and 5 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

4

A gear between 1 and 4 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

3

A gear between 1 and 3 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

2

A gear between 1 and 2 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

1

Setting the gear at 1.