Using The Transmission - MARUTI SUZUKI Alto Owner's Manual

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

USING THE TRANSMISSION

MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ALTO
ALTO K10
76G-07-003A
Starting off
To start off, depress and maintain pressure
upon the clutch pedal and change into 1st
gear. After releasing the parking brake,
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gradually release the clutch. When you hear
a change in the engine's sound (speed),
gently apply pressure to the accelerator to
keep the engine sound (speed) constant whilst
continuing to gradually release the clutch.
Gear changing
All forward gears are synchronized, which
provides for quiet, easy changing. Always
depress the clutch pedal fully before changing
gears. The following table shows the
maximum allowable speed for each gear.
ALTO
76G-07-003
GEAR MAXIMUM SPEED
First
Second
Third
Fourth Top Speed
Fifth Top Speed
ALTO K10
GEAR MAXIMUM SPEED
First
Second
Third
Fourth Top Speed
Fifth Top Speed
• Reduce your speed and change down to
a lower gear before going down a long
or steep hill. A lower gear will allow the
engine to provide braking. Avoid riding
the brakes or they may overheat, result-
ing in brake failure.
• When driving on slippery roads, be sure
to slow down before changing down.
Excessive and or sudden changes in
engine speed may cause loss of traction,
which could cause you to lose control.
• Make sure that the vehicle is completely
stationary before you change into re-
37 km/h
verse.
66 km/h
98 km/h
• To help avoid clutch damage, do not
use the clutch pedal as a footrest while
driving or use the clutch to keep the
vehicle stationary on a hill. Depress the
clutch fully when changing gear.
• When changing gears or starting off,
43 km/h
do not race the engine. Racing the
engine can shorten engine life and
80 km/h
prevent smooth operation.
119 km/h
76G-74E
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