Drive position "B" - RA27057229270X(27-9270)
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Selector lever position "B" permits an early 2 → 1 braking shift (selector lever 2 →1 downshift). This enables 1st gear to be utilized for braking. When selector lever is engaged in position "B", current is supplied to the automatic transmission kickdown valve (Y3) by the B shift switch (S16/8) in the selector lever gate. The automatic transmission kickdown valve (Y3) opens.