2000 Nissan Maxima Owner's Manual - Page 129

DRIVING THE VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled by a transmission control module to produce maximum power and smooth operation. Shown on the following pages are the recommended operating procedures for this transmission. Follow these procedures for maximum vehicle performance and driving enjoyment. shift into a driving gear. 2. Release the parking brake and foot brake, then gradually start the vehicle in motion. CAUTION When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle by depressing the accelerator pedal. The foot brakes should be used for this purpose. WARNING ¼ Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P or N to R, D, 2 or 1. Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. Failure to do so could cause you to lose control and have an accident. ¼ Cold engine idle speed is high, so use caution when shifting into a forward or reverse gear before the engine has warmed up. ¼ On slippery roads, do not downshift. This may cause a loss of control. ¼ Never shift to P or R while vehicle is moving. This could cause an accident. Starting the vehicle After starting the engine, fully depress the foot brake pedal and push the selector lever button before shifting the selector lever to the R, N, D, 2 or 1 position. Be sure the vehicle is fully stopped before attempting to shift the selector lever. This automatic transmission is designed so that the foot brake pedal must be depressed before shifting from P (Park) position to any drive position while the ignition switch is ON. The selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) position and into any of the other gear positions if the key is removed from the switch. 1. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and 5-8 Starting and driving