ECT Switch

Use the mode select switch to select the driving mode that best suits the driving and road conditions.

1 Power mode

1 Power mode
For more powerful acceleration and uphill driving.

2 Normal mode
3 “2nd STRT� (second start) mode
For starting or accelerating on snow-covered roads or other slippery surfaces.

An indicator comes on when in power or second start mode.

    See also:

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    Initialization
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