97
2000 4Runner (OM35762U)
Your automatic transmission has a shift
lock system to minimize the possibility of
incorrect operation. This means you can
only shift out of “P” position when the
brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition
switch in “ON” position and the lock re-
lease button depressed).
(a) Selector lever
The shift position is also displayed on the
instrument cluster.
P: Parking, engine starting and
key removal
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Normal driving (with overdrive on)
2: Stronger engine braking
L: Maximum engine braking
Automatic transmission
Two- wheel drive models
Selector lever
Overdrive switch
Driving pattern selector button
Lock release button
To prevent misshifting
Shift while holding the lock
release button in
Shift normally
With the brake pedal depressed,
shift while holding the lock release
button in. (The ignition switch must
be in “ON” position.)