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Manual Transmission

Job manual transmission

Position the shift lever is traditional for the five forward gears, as shown in the figure.

When changing gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, and after the appropriate gear, slowly release it. A special safety feature prevents engage reverse gear (R) from the position of the fifth gear (5). The shift lever must return to the neutral position, and then maybe the reverse gear (R).

Before you engage reverse gear (R), make sure the vehicle is completely stopped.

To prevent premature wear or damage to the clutch do not go putting your foot on the clutch pedal. Also do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle from moving back on the rise (while stopped at the intersection, and so on. N.).

In top gear

For normal acceleration is recommended to change gears at the following speeds:

These data are based on tests conducted, so it is advisable to stick to the given data.

In some situations, when you need to make fuller use of the power of the car, you can switch gears later. But it will never exceed the permitted speed of the engine crankshaft.

In low gear

If the deceleration in heavy traffic conditions or when driving downhill there is a need to switch to a lower gear, change gear before how much will decrease the speed of the engine crankshaft. Lower transmission reduces the likelihood of stopping the engine and allows faster acceleration, when the need arises. When driving with a steep descent to switch down a gear will keep a safe speed and prolongs brake life.