Suzuki Ciaz Owner's Manual page 137

the accelerator while continuing to gradu-
ally release the clutch.
Shifting
All forward gears are synchronized and
provide quiet and easy shifting. Always
depress the clutch pedal all the way to the
floor before shifting gears. Keep the
engine speed does not rise into the red
zone of the tachometer.
Downshifting maximum allowable
speeds
(For Petrol Engine Model)
Downshifting km/h
2nd to 1st 23
3rd to 2nd 85
4th to 3rd 135
5th to 4th 190
(For Diesel Engine Model)
Downshifting km/h
2nd to 1st 22
3rd to 2nd 80
4th to 3rd 125
5th to 4th 175
NOTE:
You may not accelerate to the maximum
allowable speed because of the driving sit-
uation and/or the vehicle condition.
NOTICE
Do not downshift to a lower gear at
the speed faster than the maximum
allowable speeds for the next lower
speed, or severe damage to engine
and transaxle can result.
WARNING
• Reduce your speed and downshift
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, resulting in
brake failure.
• When driving on slippery roads,
slow down before downshifting.
Excessive and/or sudden changes
in engine speed may cause loss of
traction, which could cause you to
lose control.
NOTICE
Check that the vehicle is completely
stationary before you shift
reverse.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
NOTICE
• To help avoid clutch damage, do
not use the clutch pedal as a foot-
rest while driving or use the clutch
to keep the vehicle stationary on a
slope. Depress the clutch fully
when shifting.
• When shifting or starting off, do not
race the engine. Racing the engine
can shorten engine life and cause
negative effect to smooth shifting.
4-Speed Automatic Transaxle
EXAMPLE
(1)
(1) Overdrive off switch
into
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