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Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission)
This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear
for best fuel economy.
Manual Transmission Recommended
Shift Speeds in mph (krn/h)
Acceleration Shift Speed
1 t o 2
5 t o 6
4 t o 5
3 t o 4
2 t o 3
Engine
All
(80)
(72)
(64)
(40)
(24)
Engines
50
45
40
25
15
If your speed drops below 20 mph (30 kmk), or if the
engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to
the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or
more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for
good performance.
NOTICE:
When you are shifting gears, don't move the gear
shift lever around needlessly. This can damage parts
of the transmission and may require costly repair.
Just shift directly into the next appropriate gear.
One to Four Light (Manual Transmission)
This light will come on when:
When this amber light
comes on, you can only
shift from FIRST (1) to
FOURTH (4) instead of
FIRST
(1)
to SECOND (2).
This helps you get the best
possible fuel economy.
0
The engine coolant temperature is higher than 120°F
(50°C).
0
You are going 15-19 mph (24-29 km/h), and
0
You are at 13% throttle or less.
2-29
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