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Transmission ranges and shift lever positions

The AW-4 transmission has six ranges and shift lever positions. Park, Reverse and Neutral are conventional and mechanically operated. The 1-2, 3 and D ranges provide electronically controlled shifting.

The 1-2 position provides first and second gear only. The 3 position provides first, second and third gear.

The D range provides first through fourth gear.

Overdrive fourth gear range is available only when the shift lever is in D position (Fig. 35).

Fig. 35 AW-4 Shift Lever Positions And Transmission Ranges

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