Manual Transmission – If Equipped

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The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine response. This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering.

1. To activate the Sport mode, press the SPORT button.

SPORT Button
SPORT Button

Once activated, a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster.

2. Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.
3. Press the accelerator pedal again to activate.

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