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To ensure correct synchromesh operation, it is essential that the clutch is
fully disengaged when shifting gears. If the clutch pedal is only partia lly
depressed, the gears will be difficu lt to engage and the synchromesh units
will wear prematurely.
To avo id undue strain on transmission
and engine, shifti ng down shou ld
only be effected within the speed range of the lower gear i.e.
1200 T ransport er
from
4th
into
3rd
gear between 65
and 30 kph (40 and 20 mph) and
from
3rd
into
2nd
gear between
40 and 20 kph (25 and 12 mph).
1500 Tran sporter
between 75 and 30 kph (40 and
20 mph)
between 45 and 20 kph (27 and
12 mph)
The
1st
gear is only used for moving off, driving at walking pace, or on very
steep inclines.
After a short period of practice, you will take pleasure in shifting the gears
properly and obtain the utmost satisfaction from the efficient performance of
your new Transporter.
Under no circumstances
should you be afraid to
shift to a lower gear, or even try to avoid shifting occasionally
by merely
"slipping"
(partly disengaging) the clutch.
Do not use clutch pedal
a
s a foot-re st while driving you
r
vehicle.
APPLY THE BRAKES GENTLY
The brake responds to even the slightest foot pressure. Increasing the pres-
sure will slow the vehicle down progressively.
However, avoid locking the
wheels. Locked wheels will not shorten the braking distance but may cause
you to lose control over the movement of the vehicle and will affect the tires
adversely.
Here are a few rules on braking:
Use your brakes
befor
e, not
while
making a turn.
It is neither practica
l
nor economical to shift to a lower gear far ahead of a
turn. Do not hesitate to use the brakes and to shift shortly before entering a
curve so that you may accelerate while still negotiating it.
To jam on the brakes suddenly can only be justified when danger is ahead.
Nevertheless, it is advisable to check the full braking efficiency from time to
time to familiarize yourself with the reaction of the vehicle and with the actua
l
stopping distance. Never forget to look in the rear view mirror to make su re
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