Chrysler 300 2014 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 384)

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DRIVE (D)

This range should be used for most city and highway

driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down-

shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission

automatically upshifts through all forward gears. The

DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris-

tics under all normal operating conditions.

When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as

when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi-

tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or

while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick® shift

control (if equipped) or the LOW range (if equipped) to

select a lower gear. Under these conditions, using a lower

gear will improve performance and extend transmission

life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup.

During extremely cold temperatures (-22°F [-30°C] or

below), transmission operation may be modified depend-

ing on engine and transmission temperature as well as

vehicle speed. Normal operation will resume once the

transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level.

SPORT (S) — If Equipped

This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift

schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in-

creased to make full use of available engine power. To

switch between DRIVE and SPORT modes, tap the shift

lever rearward. SPORT mode is only accessible from

DRIVE.

LOW (L) — If Equipped

Use this range for engine braking when descending very

steep grades. In this range, the transmission will down-

shift for increased engine braking. To switch between

DRIVE and LOW modes, tap the shift lever rearward.

LOW mode is only accessible from DRIVE.

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