Gear Shifting, N-D and N-R

SHIFTING OF GEAR N-D AND N-R
Shifting of Gear N-D
When you move the selector lever from N to D, the transmission goes temporarily into third gear in order to make the gear shifting as smooth as possible. This compensation is carried out on condition that:
1. The brake light switch is activated
2. The throttle is closed
3. Shifting takes place from N to D
4. The speed of the car is below 5 km/h
5. Selected gear shift program is NORMAL or SPORT

Shifting of Gear N-D and N-R
When the selector lever is moved to 1, 2, 3 or D from P, R or N, or to R from other positions, the TCM sends a signal to the engine control module which lowers the ignition and thus reduces the engine's torque to reduce any jerks when shifting gear.

The condition for this to happen is that the opening of the throttle is >20%.