Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life.
CAUTION!
If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch.
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift down to second or first gear when descending a steep grade.
When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade, downshift early so that the engine will not be overburdened.
See also:
Code card (where required)
The car is delivered with two copies of the key and the CODE card which bears
the following:
❒ the electronic code (A) to be used for emergency starting (see “Emergency starting”
in sectio ...
Five-Speed Manual Transmission
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without
having the parking brake fully applied. The parking brake should always be applied
when the driver is not in t ...
Starting procedure for petrol versions
Proceed as follows:
❒ Ensure that the handbrake is up;
❒ Put the gear lever into neutral;
❒ Press the clutch pedal down to the floor without touching the accelerator;
❒ ...