Manual transmission
WARNING
● Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position. Engine braking has no effect in either of these conditions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased.
● Do not engage the clutch (i.e., release the clutch pedal) suddenly when starting the vehicle. By doing so the vehicle might unexpectedly accelerate or the transmission could malfunction.

The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed, 6-forward-speed and 1-reverse- speed transmission. The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob.
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Changing the oil and oil filter
Change the oil and oil filter according to
the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet”.
The engine oil and oil filter must be
changed more frequently than listed in
the ...
Driving when tired or sleepy
When you are tired or sleepy, your
reaction time will be delayed and
your perception, judgment and attentiveness
will be impaired. If you
drive when tired or sleepy, your,
your passenger ...
Checking the oil level
Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Turbo models except STI
Check the oil level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and ...
