Chevrolet 1970 Owner's Manual page 12

Driving with the Chevrolet Manual Transmissions
The 3-speed manual transmission shift
positions follow the standard pattern
shown. Depress the clutch pedal fully
before shifting to a different gear, then
release the pedal to move in that gear.
Shift into Reverse gear only after
the car has stopped. Always depress
and release the clutch pedal fully
when shifting.
Also, shift into "Reverse" before
shutting off engine. This will permit
the ignition key to be turned to the
"Lock" position.
GOOD DRIVING PRACTICE: On cars
equipped with manual transmissions,
use second gear at slow speeds (less
than 30 m.p.h.) when driving in stop-
and-go traffic ; for improved vehicle
performance dur ing acceleration and
when descending steep hills.
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GOOD DRIVING PRACTICE: Before
descending a steep or long grade, down
a mountain or hillside, reduce speed
and shift into a lower gear. Use the
brakes sparingly to prevent them from
overheating and thus reducing brake
effectiveness.
CAUTION: Use caution when shifting into
lower gear ratios on slippery surfaces,
with vehicle moving-the abrupt braking
action could cause the driving wheels to
skid.