Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
"M" Position
When the selector lever is put in the manual shift gate side, the fixed changing gear line is set. By moving the selector lever to + side or - side, the manual mode switch is changed over, and shift change like M/T becomes possible following the changing gear set line step by step.
- Except for JUKE NISMO
- For JUKE NISMO
Manual Mode Information
The TCM transmits the manual mode shift refusal signal to the combination meter if the TCM refuses the transaxle from the driving status of vehicle when the selector lever shifts to "UP (+ side)" or "DOWN (- side)" side. The combination meter blinks shift position indicator on the combination meter and sounds the buzzer to indicate the driver that the shifting is not performed when receiving this signal. However, the TCM does not transmit the manual mode shift refusal signal in the conditions as per the following.
- When the selector lever shifts to "DOWN (- side)" side while driving in M1.
- When the selector lever shifts to "UP (+ side)" side while driving in M6 (M7*).
*: For JUKE NISMO
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.