Use and Care Manual

T-Boss550 OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL 18.0
7. CONTROL AND PARTS FUNCTIONS
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR OPERATION
The transmission gear selector is located at the right side of
the steering wheel. The transmission selector lever has four
positions: reverse; neutral; high forward; and low forward
NOTE: To extend belt life, use low forward gear in heavy
pulling situations and in situations where you are operating
below 7mph(11km/h) for extended periods of time.
CAUTION
To change gears, stop the vehicle and with the engine idling, move the
lever to the desired gear. Shifting gears with the engine speed above
idle or while the vehicle is moving could cause transmission damage.
Always place the transmission in gear with the parking brake locked
whenever the vehicle is left unattended.
Maintaining shift linkage adjustment is important to assure proper
transmission function. Should you experience any shifting problem see
your dealer.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engaging a lower gear when the engine speed is too high.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The wheels could stop rotating. This could cause loss of control, an
accident and injury. It could also cause engine or drive train damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Make certain the engine has sufficiently slowed before shifting to a
lower gear.