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STARTING AND OPERATING
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.
NOTE:
Vehicle speeds shown in the chart above are for 2H and 4H only. Vehicle speeds in 4L would be significantly less.
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OWNSHIFTING
Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is recommended to preserve brakes when driving down steep hills. In addition, downshifting at the right
time provides better acceleration when you desire to resume speed. Downshift progressively. Do not skip gears to avoid overspeeding the engine and
clutch.
NOTE:
Above certain speeds, downshifts may be blocked and not available.
Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)
Engine
Speeds
1 to 2
2 to 3
3 to 4
4 to 5
5 to 6
3.6L
Accel.
15 (24)
24 (39)
50 (80)
65 (104)
70 (112)
Cruise
10 (16)
19 (31)
40 (64)
55 (88)
65 (105)
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip, and the vehicle could skid.
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