Uphill/downhill driving
DRIVING UPHILL
The transmission may not upshift to a higher gear if the computer determines the current speed cannot be maintained once a higher gear is engaged.
For smoother vehicle performance, if you release the throttle while climbing a steep grade, the transmission may not upshift. This is normal, as the computer is temporarily preventing shifting. After reaching the top of the hill, normal gear shift function will resume.
DRIVING DOWNHILL
When travelling down steep grades, the computer may automatically select a lower gear. This function assists engine braking efforts, reducing the need for using the brakes.
See also:
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the engine speed (r/min).
The tachometer helps you to obtain more economical driving and also warns you
of excessive engine speeds (Red zone).
Caution
► When dri ...
Manual shift
Using the gearshift lever (A) or the shift paddles (B), shifting can be performed
manually.
Shifting can be performed even while the accelerator pedal is depressed.
This allows the driver to enj ...
Exterior
The Outlander Sport has a sleek look. There's a little overbite on the
grille, and narrow headlights that make it look menacing. Any parent driving it
would look sporty in the carpool lane.
Pare ...
