2007 Toyota Solara Owners Manual - Page 162

Shift range positions D "1" (First range): The gear is fixed in first regardless of vehicle speed or driving conditions. This range is to be used when maximum engine braking is necessary. If you attempt to downshift the transmission when it is not possible to downshift due to high vehicle speed, a warning tone sounds twice. Maximum allowable speeds To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may be necessary. Make sure you observe the following maximum allowable speed in each range: 2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine range km/h (mph) 1 52 (32) 2 94 (58) 3 146 (90) 3.3 L V6 (3MZ−FE) engine range km/h (mph) 1 47 (29) 2 86 (53) 3 133 (83) D "5" (Fifth range): The most suitable gear is selected automatically between first and overdrive (fifth) gears according to the vehicle speed or driving conditions. D "4" (Fourth range): The most suitable gear is selected automatically between first and fourth gears according to the vehicle speed or driving conditions. Slight engine braking will be obtained on a downhill road. Smooth running with less shifting will be obtained on an uphill road. NOTICE Do not drive in the "3", "2" or "1" range when driving at high speed or climbing a gentle slope for a long time. Otherwise the transmission or engine may overheat causing damage. D "3" (Third range): The most suitable gear is selected automatically between first and third gears according to the vehicle speed or driving conditions. This range is to be used when stronger engine braking is necessary. NOTICE Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower range. When the "S" mode indicator light does not come on even with the selector lever moved to the "S" position, there may be a problem somewhere in the system. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. In this case, you can drive in the same condition as in the "D" position. D "2" (Second range): First or second gear will be selected automatically according to the vehicle speed or driving conditions. This range is to be used when engine braking stronger than that of the "3" range position is necessary. 148