CAUTION
쐌 Do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal while driving. This may damage
the clutch.
쐌 Fully depress the clutch pedal before
shifting to help prevent transmission
damage.
쐌 Stop your vehicle completely before
shifting into R (Reverse).
쐌 When the vehicle is stopped for a
period of time, for example at a stop
light, shift to N (Neutral) and release
the clutch pedal with the foot brake
applied.
Suggested upshift speeds
Shown below are suggested vehicle speeds for
shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions
relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance.
Actual upshift speeds will vary according to road
conditions, the weather and individual driving
habits.
Gear change km/h (MPH)
1st to 2nd 24 (15)
2nd to 3rd 40 (25)
3rd to 4th 64 (40)
4th to 5th 72 (45)
Suggested maximum speed in each
gear
Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not
running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate.
Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed
(shown below) in any gear. For level road driving,
use the highest gear suggested for that speed.
Always observe posted speed limits, and drive
according to the road conditions which will
ensure safe operation. Do not over-rev the en-
gine when shifting to a lower gear as it may
cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control.
Gear km/h (MPH)
1st 45 (28)
2nd 85 (53)
3rd 135 (84)
4th to 5th — (—)
To apply: pull the lever up.
To release:
1. Firmly apply foot brake.
2. Manual transmission models:
Place the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral)
position.
Automatic transmission models:
Move the selector lever to the P (Park) posi-
tion.
3. While pulling up on the lever slightly, push
the button and lower completely.
PD1001M
PARKING BRAKE
Starting and driving 5-15
墌 04.6.10/T30-J/V5.0 墍
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