Downshift From Drive To "L2"

1987 Pontiac Grand Prix Brougham, 5.0 HSECTION Downshift From Drive To "L2"

Place selector lever in Drive. Moving at approximately 50 MPH with closed throttle, move selector lever to "L2". Transmission should downshift to 2nd gear. An increase in engine RPM and an engine braking effect should be noticed.

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