152 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE:
During cold weather, you may experience
in
creased effort in shifting until the transmis-
sion fluid warms up. This is normal.
Manual Transmission Shifter
To shift the gears, fully press the clutch pedal
a
n
d place the gear selector into the desired
gear position (the diagram for the engagement
of the gears is displayed on the handle of the
selector).
To engage REVERSE gear from the NEUTRAL
po
sition, lift the REVERSE ring, located below
the knob and move the gear selector all the way
left and then forward.
Shift Pattern
SHIFTING
Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting
gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly
press the accelerator pedal.
You should always use FIRST gear when starting
fr
om a standing position.
NOTE:
A certain amount of noise from the transmis-
sion is normal. This noise can be most notice-
able when the vehicle is idling in NEUTRAL with
t
h
e clutch engaged (clutch pedal released), but
it may also be heard when driving. The noise
may also be more noticeable when the trans
-
mission is warm. This noise is normal and is not
an
indication of a problem with your clutch or
transmission.
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
To utilize your manual transmission efficiently
for both fuel economy and performance, it
should be upshifted as listed in the
recommended shift speed chart. Shift at the
vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. When
heavily loaded or pulling a trailer, these
recommended up shift speeds may not apply.
Do not drive with your hand resting on the
gear selector as the force exerted, even if
slight, could lead over time to premature
wear of the gearbox internal components.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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