2009 Pontiac G6 Owner's Manual - Page 110

Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see "Skidding" under Loss of Control on page 4-11. Notice: If your vehicle seems to accelerate slowly or not shift gears when you go faster, and you continue to drive your vehicle that way, you could damage the transmission. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in L (Low) when you are driving less than 35 mph (56 km/h) and D (Drive) for higher speeds until then. 3 (Third): This position is also used for normal driving. However, it reduces vehicle speed more than D (Drive) without using the brakes. Here are some times you might choose 3 (Third) instead of D (Drive): You can use L (Low) on very steep hills, in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is in L (Low), the transmission will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Notice: Driving in LOW (L) for more than 25 miles (40 km) or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h) may damage the transmission. Also, shifting into LOW (L) at speeds above 65 mph (105 km/h) can cause damage. Drive in THIRD (3) or DRIVE (D) instead of LOW (L). Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. The repair will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. M (Manual Mode): This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. If the vehicle has this feature, see Manual Shift Mode (MSM) following. • When driving on hilly, winding roads. • When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. • When going down a steep hill. L (Low): This position reduces vehicle speed more than 3 (Third) without using the brakes. You can use L (Low) on hills. It can help control vehicle speed going down steep mountain roads along with using the brakes off and on. 2-28