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Instruction Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds Units In mph (km/h) Engine Size Acceleration Rate 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 1.4L LA Engine Accel 14 (23) 23 (37) 29 (47) 38 (61) Cruise 12 (19) 18 (29) 25 (40) 32 (52) NOTE: A certain amount of noise from the transmission is normal. This noise can be most noticeable when the vehicle Downshifting Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and pro- CAUTION! If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift at (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) the engine to over speed if too low of a gear is selected To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift down When turning a corner, or driving up a steep grade, down- 6 STARTING AND OPERATING 169 |