User Manual - Page 320

For 2018 NISSAN SENTRA.

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normal operating condition, have the
transmission checked and repaired, if
necessary. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
WARNING
When the high fluid temperature pro-
tection mode or fail-safe operation oc-
curs, vehicle speed may be gradually re-
duced.The reduced speed may be lower
than other traffic, which could increase
the chance of a collision. Be especially
careful when driving. If necessary, pull
to the side of the road at a safe place
and allow the transmission to return to
normal operation, or have it repaired if
necessary.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if so
equipped)
WARNING
Do not downshift abruptly on slippery
roads. This may cause a loss of
control.
Do not over-rev the engine when
shifting to a lower gear. This may
cause a loss of control or engine
damage.
Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position
while driving. Doing so may result in
an accident due to loss of engine
braking.
CAUTION
Do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal while driving. This may cause
clutch damage.
Fully depress the clutch pedal before
shifting to help prevent transmission
damage.
Stop your vehicle completely before
shifting into R (Reverse).
When the vehicle is stopped with the
engine running (for example, at a stop
light), shift to N (Neutral) and release
the clutch pedal with the foot brake
applied.
Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position
while driving. Doing so may result in
an accident due to loss of engine
braking.
Shifting
To change gears or when upshifting or
downshifting, depress the clutch pedal
fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then
release the clutch slowly and smoothly.
To ensure smooth gear changes, fully de-
press the clutch pedal before operating the
shift lever. If the clutch pedal is not fully
depressed before the transmission is
shifted, a gear noise may be heard. Trans-
mission damage may occur.
Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to 2nd,
3rd, 4th and 5th up to 6th gear in sequence
according to vehicle speed.
SSD0552
Starting and driving 5-23
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