Mitsubishi ECLIPSE Owner's Manual page 164

The pull-ring will return to its original position when you
return the gearshift lever to the "N" (Neutral) position.
CAUTION
!
If the pull-ring will not return from the pulled-up
position, have the vehicle inspected at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or at a repair facility of
your choice.
Proper shift points
Always use care to change the gear with the vehicle speed
matched to the engine speed. Proper shifting will improve fuel
economy and prolong engine life.
CAUTION
!
Avoid downshifting that may cause the tachometer
pointer to enter the red zone.
This puts the engine at risk of being damaged.
Upshifting
For the best fuel economy and performance in using your man-
ual transaxle, upshift as listed below.
At low altitude locations, shift at the vehicle speeds listed.
Upshifting earlier during cruise conditions (relatively steady
speeds) will improve your fuel economy.
Vehicles equipped with 5-speed manual transaxle
Shift point
Acceleration
1st gear to 2nd gear 15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd gear to 3rd gear 23 mph (37 km/h)
3rd gear to 4th gear 34 mph (55 km/h)
4th gear to 5th gear 43 mph (69 km/h)
Features and controls
N00537400023
N00512900030
Upshift speeds
Cruise
13 mph (21 km/h)
18 mph (29 km/h)
33 mph (53 km/h)
40 mph (64 km/h)
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