Inventors:
Scott A Miller - Chesterfield MO
Edward W Czarnecki - Shelby Township MI
Gregory G Sullivan - Waterford MI
Rita D Hollingsworth - Ortonville MI
Assignee:
DaimlerChrysler Corporation - Auburn Hills MI
International Classification:
B60Q 100
Abstract:
A method for providing a shift position indication in an automatic transmission comprising the steps of providing a display device, sensing a position of an input device, the input device being responsive to manipulation by a driver and having a plurality of input positions, sensing an active gear ratio, and modifying the display device to display the position of the input device and the active gear ratio. An apparatus for displaying information on both the position of the shift lever and the activated gear ratio is also provided.