2006 Toyota Solara Owners Manual - Page 157

'06 Solara_U (L/O 0502) When the cruise control is being used, engine braking can not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For decreasing the vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" on page 154 in this Section. D Move the selector lever down to the " −" side to select the "1" range. The transmission will downshift to first range when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and maximum engine braking will be enabled. 2AZ−FE engine ...40 km/h (24 mph) 3MZ−FE engine ...39 km/h (24 mph) (f) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to securely apply the parking brake. 3. With the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the "P" position. D Move the selector lever down to the " −" side to select the "3" range. The transmission will downshift to third range when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and stronger engine braking will be enabled. 2AZ−FE engine ...143 km/h (88 mph) 3MZ−FE engine ...129 km/h (80 mph) CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into "P" position under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. (g) Good driving practice If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever into "S" position. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin. (e) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the "R" position. D Move the selector lever down to the " −" side to select the "2" range. The transmission will downshift to second range when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and more powerful engine braking than that of the "3" range position will be enabled. 2AZ−FE engine ...91 km/h (56 mph) 3MZ−FE engine ...83 km/h (51 mph) CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. 144 2006 SOLARA from Feb. '05 Prod. (OM33667U)