Drive and M Range - First Gear: Notes

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When the gear selector lever is moved to the DRIVE Range (D) position from the NEUTRAL (N) position, the following hydraulic and electrical system changes occur to shift the transmission into Drive Range - First Gear.

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