Manual transmission*
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The
shift pattern is shown on the gearshift lever
knob. Be sure to always fully depress the clutch ped-
al before attempting to shift the lever.
CAUTION
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Do
not move the gearshift lever into re-
verse while the vehicle is moving for-
ward; doing so will damage the transmis-
sion.
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Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal
while driving as this will cause premature
clutch wear or damage.
NOTE
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During
cold weather, shifting may be diffi-
cult until the transmission lubricant has
warmed up. This is normal and not harmful
to the transmission.
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If it is hard to shift into 1
st
, depress the
clutch pedal again; the shift will then be eas-
ier to make.
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To shift into reverse from 5
th
gear, move the
gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position,
and then shift it into reverse.
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In hot weather and/or when the vehicle is con-
tinuously driven at high speeds for a long
time, the vehicle’s maximum speed may au-
tomatically be restricted to about 220 km/h
(137 mph). The speed restriction is a protec-
tive control function that limits temperature
increases in the manual transmission oil. It is
not abnormal.
Changing gears while the vehicle is
moving
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Always take care to change the gear with the vehi-
cle
speed matched to the engine speed. Proper shift-
ing will improve fuel economy and prolong engine
life.
Avoid shifting down at high speed, as this may
cause excessive engine speed (the tachometer nee-
dle into the red zone) and damage the engine.
NOTE
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The gearshift indicator shows recommended
gearshift points for fuel-efficient driving. It
shows a “
”
when an upshift is recommen-
ded, and it shows a “
”
when a downshift is
recommended.
Starting and driving
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