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Features and controls
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Changing gears while the vehicle is moving
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Always use care to change the gear with the vehicle speed
matched to the engine speed. Proper shifting will improve fuel
economy and prolong engine life.
Avoid shifting down at high speed, as this may cause excessive
engine speed (the tachometer needle into the red zone) and
damage the engine.
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● The gearshift indicator shows recommended gearshift
points for fuel-efficient driving. It shows a “ ” when an
upshift is recommended, and it shows a “ ” when a
downshift is recommended.
Upshifting
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For the best fuel economy and performance in using your man-
ual transaxle, upshift as listed below.
At low altitude locations, shift at the vehicle speeds listed.
Upshifting earlier during cruise conditions (relatively steady
speeds) will improve your fuel economy.
At high altitude locations, upshift as listed below.
Shift point
Upshift speeds
Acceleration Cruise
1st gear to 2nd gear 15 mph (24 km/h) 15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd gear to 3rd gear 28 mph (45 km/h) 19 mph (31 km/h)
3rd gear to 4th gear 36 mph (58 km/h) 33 mph (53 km/h)
4th gear to 5th gear 45 mph (72 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h)
Shift point Upshift speeds
1st gear to 2nd gear 15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd gear to 3rd gear 25 mph (40 km/h)
3rd gear to 4th gear 40 mph (64 km/h)
4th gear to 5th gear 45 mph (72 km/h)
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