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SECTION 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.7.1 Changing Transmission Gears
CLA
The "classic" transmission is a four position transmission. The
gearshift lever extends through the firewall and is moved in an
"H" pattern. Low Range is located to the left of neutral, high
range to the right of neutral and reverse up and to the right of
neutral. (See Figure 3-5.) PLEASE OBSERVE CAUTIONS.
Figure 3-5. Direction of gear shift travel and gear positions.
Do not attempt to move the gearshift from the neutral (N)
starting position until the engine idles down completely.
The ARGO is equipped with an automatic clutch that
is activated by engine speed. If the engine idle speed
is too high, the transmission will grind during gear
engagement.
3.7.2 GEAR RANGE RECOMMENDATIONS
HIGH
gear is excellent for driving in consistent,
manageable terrain; it also produces higher speeds
LOW
gear is ideal for rough terrain, steep hills, heavy pay-
loads, track use etc. The ARGO has a slower overall speed,
but greater turning power (higher torque).
3.8 HEADLIGHTS
All Frontier vehicles are equipped with High/Low beam head-
light Switch that is operated through the hand control switch on
the left steering bar. The switch controls "Off" "LO" and"HI"
beam. To operate the lights, slide the switch to the desired
position (See figure 3.7)
Note: Your Frontier model may not
come equipped with the high beam headlight.
Figure 3-7. Headlight positions.
Do not leave the lights on for any length of time when
the engine is not running. Leaving them on will drain
the battery.
Always turn the ignition switch to the ‘OFF’ position
when turning off the engine.
Avoid frequent starting of the engine and extensive
idling. Both will lead to a drain of the battery because
the electrical draw may be greater than the charging
rate at engine idle.
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