2006 Chrysler Crossfire Owner's Manual - Page 147

STARTING AND OPERATING 147 Program mode selector switch The transmission is provided with a selector switch for Standard "S" and Winter/Wet "W" (snow and ice) program modes. down into a lower gear. Rapid release of the accelerator pedal will normally result in an upshift. This gear shifting process is dependent on the current vehicle speed. For Winter/Wet (snow and ice) mode, press the "W" symbol on the switch. The vehicle starts out in SECOND gear, unless FIRST gear has been selected, or the accelerator pedal is in the kickdown position. The "W" mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the vehicle. The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the "S" program mode. 5 CAUTION! Never change the program mode when the selector lever is out of the PARK position. It could result in a change of driving characteristics for which you may not be prepared. For standard mode, press the "S" symbol on the switch. Use this mode for all regular driving. The vehicle starts out in FIRST gear. Depressing the accelerator pedal rapidly or nearly to the floor while driving (kickdown position), rather than depressing the accelerator pedal in slow, small movements, will cause the automatic transmission to shift