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To shift the gears, fully press the clutch
pedal and place the gear selector into the
desired gear position (the diagram for the
engagement of the gears is displayed on the
handle of the selector).
To
engage
REVERSE
NEUTRAL position, lift the REVERSE ring,
located below the knob and move the gear
selector all the way left and then forward.
Shifting
Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting
gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly
press the accelerator pedal.
Engine
3.6L
NOTE:
Vehicle speeds shown in the chart above are for 2H and 4H only, vehicle speeds in 4L would be significantly less.
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You should always use FIRST gear when
starting from a standing position.
NOTE:
A certain amount of noise from the transmis-
sion is normal. This noise can be most
gear
from
the
noticeable when the vehicle is idling in
NEUTRAL with the clutch engaged (clutch
pedal released), but it may also be heard
when driving. The noise may also be more
noticeable when the transmission is warm.
This noise is normal and is not an indication
of a problem with your clutch or transmis-
sion.
Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)
Speeds
1 to 2
Accel.
15 (24)
Cruise
10 (16)
2 to 3
3 to 4
24 (39)
50 (80)
19 (31)
40 (64)
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
To utilize your manual transmission effi-
ciently for both fuel economy and perfor-
mance, 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.
4 to 5
65 (104)
55 (88)
5 to 6
70 (112)
65 (105)
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