Recommended shifting speeds

The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.

Maximum allowable speeds

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    Air cleaner element
    WARNING Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner element removed. The air cleaner element not only filters intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires. If the air cleaner eleme ...

    Using the select lever
    Shift to the next-higher gear by briefly pushing the select lever toward the “+” end of the manual gate. Shift to the next-lower gear by briefly pulling the select lever toward the “−” end of ...

    If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system
    To stop the alarm Do any of the following operations: • Press any button on the remote transmitter. • Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. NOTE Only registered keys will stop the alarm. ...