Owners Manual

Manual transaxle (if so equipped)
5-40 Features and controls
5
When the ambient temperature is -4 °F (-20
°C) or lower, it may not be possible to start
from a standstill even with the selector lever
in the “D” (DRIVE) or “R” (REVERSE)
position.
This phenomenon occurs because the trans-
axle has not warmed up sufficiently; it does
not indicate a problem. If this occurs, place
the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position
and let the engine idle for at least 10 minutes.
The transaxle will warm up, and you will be
able to start normally.
Do not leave the vehicle during warm-up
operation.
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The shift pattern below is shown on the gear-
shift lever. Press the clutch pedal all the way
down while shifting gears.
Press the clutch pedal all the way down and
shift into 1st or “R” (Reverse) position. Then
gradually release the clutch pedal while
depressing the accelerator pedal.
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Always use care to change the gear with the
vehicle speed matched to the engine speed.
Proper shifting will improve fuel economy
and prolong engine life.
Startability of CVT vehicle with
ambient temperature of -4 °F (-20
°C) or lower
Manual transaxle (if so
equipped)
NOTE
 During cold weather, shifting may be diffi-
cult until the transaxle lubricant has warmed
up. This is normal and not harmful to the
transaxle.
To start
CAUTION
 Do not move the gearshift lever into reverse
while the vehicle is moving forward; doing
so will damage the transaxle.
 Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal
because this will cause premature clutch
wear or damage.
 Do not coast in the “N” (Neutral) position
(illegal in many states).
 Do not use the gearshift lever as a handrest,
because this can result in premature wear of
the transaxle shift forks.
NOTE
 If it is hard to shift into 1st, depress the
clutch pedal a second time; the shift will then
be easier.
 To shift into reverse from 5th gear, move the
gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position,
and then shift it into reverse.
 To avoid grinding noises when shifting into
reverse, wait approximately 3 seconds with
the clutch pedal depressed when the vehicle
is stationary.
Proper shift points
CAUTION
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