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STARTING AND OPERATING 163
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
NOTE:
During cold weather, you may experience
increased effort in shifting until the transmis-
sion fluid warms up. This is normal.
To shift the gears, press the clutch pedal to the
floor and put the gear selector to the desired
position (the diagram for the engagement of the
gears is displayed on the handle of the lever).
REVERSE Ring
To engage REVERSE gear from the NEUTRAL
position, lift the REVERSE ring, located below
the knob and simultaneously move the lever to
the left and then forward.
Shifting
Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting
gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly
press the accelerator pedal.
You should always use FIRST gear when starting
from a standing position.
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
To utilize your manual transmission efficiently
for fuel economy and performance, it should be
upshifted as listed in the recommended shift
speed chart. Shift at the vehicle speeds listed
for acceleration. When heavily loaded or pulling
a trailer, these recommended up-shift speeds
may not apply.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the
vehicle unattended without having the park-
ing brake fully applied. The parking brake
should always be applied when the driver is
not in the vehicle, especially on an incline.
CAUTION!
Never drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on
a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged,
as this will cause abnormal wear on the
clutch.
Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)
All Engines
Gear Selection 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6
Accel. 24 (39) 34 (55) 47 (76) 56 (90)
Cruise 19 (31) 27 (43) 37 (60) 41 (66)
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