Shifting - Jeep Compass2018 Owner's Manual

238 STARTING AND OPERATING
To engage REVERSE gear from the NEUTRAL position, lift
the REVERSE ring, located below the knob and move the
gear selector all the way left and then forward.
Shift Pattern
All Engines Gear Selection
Accel.
Cruise
Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)
2 to 3
24 (39)
19 (31)

Shifting

Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you
release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal.
You should always use first gear when starting from a
standing position.
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for fuel
economy and performance, 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.
3 to 4
34 (55) 47 (76)
27 (43) 37 (60)
4 to 5 5 to 6
56 (90)
41 (66)