Manual transmission
The shift pattern is shown on the gearshift lever knob. Be sure
to always fully depress the clutch pedal before attempting to
shift the lever.
CAUTION
!
● Do not put the gearshift lever into the reverse posi-
tion while the vehicle is moving forward. Doing so
could damage the transmission.
● Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driv-
ing. Doing so could cause rapid wear to the clutch.
NOTE
● If it is hard to shift into 1st, depress the clutch pedal again;
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the shift will then be easier to make.
● To avoid grinding noises when shifting into reverse, wait
approximately 3 seconds with the clutch depressed when
the vehicle is stationary.
Moving the gearshift lever to the "R" (Reverse)
position
CAUTION
!
● Do not move the gearshift lever to the gRh (Reverse)
position while the vehicle is moving forward; doing
so will damage the transmission.
Pull up the pull-ring (A), then move the gearshift lever to the
"R" (Reverse) position with the pull-ring still pulled.
Starting and driving
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