Shift Speeds - Pontiac G3 2010 Owner's Manual

R (Reverse) : To back up, press down the clutch
pedal, lift up the ring on the shift lever and shift into
R (Reverse). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while
pressing the accelerator pedal.
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is
moving forward could damage the transmission.
The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Shift to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle
is stopped.
Also, use R (Reverse), along with the parking brake, for
parking the vehicle.

Shift Speeds

WARNING:
If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could
lose control of the vehicle. You could injure
yourself or others. Do not shift down more than
one gear at a time when you downshift.
Up Shift Light
For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift
when the light comes on, and if the weather, road, and
traffic conditions allow.
It is normal for the light to go on and off if the
accelerator position changes quickly. Ignore the light
during downshifts.
Vehicles equipped with a
manual transmission may
have an up-shift light.
This light indicates when
to shift to the next higher
gear for better fuel
economy.
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