Hyundai Starex H-1 2004, Owner'S Manual, Page: 148 / 273

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STARTING AND OPERATING
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RECOMMENDED SHIFT POINTS
The shift points as shown above are
recommended for optimum fuel
economy and performance.
Shift
from-to
1-2
2-3
3-4
4-5
Recommended
20 km/h (15 mph)
40 km/h (25 mph)
55 km/h (35 mph)
75 km/h (45 mph)
NOTE:
o To shift into reverse, rest the le-
ver in neutral for at least 3 sec-
onds after your car is completely
stopped. Then move the lever
into the reverse position.
o During cold weather, shifting may
be difficult until the transmis-
sion lubricant has warmed up.
This is normal and not harmful to
the transmission.
o If you've come to a complete stop
and it's hard to shift into 1st or
"R", put the shift lever in "N"
position and let up on the clutch.
Press the clutch pedal back down,
and then shift into 1st or "R" gear
position.
o Do not use the shift lever as a
handrest during driving, as this
can result in premature wear of
the transmission shift forks.
CAUTION:
When downshifting from fifth gear
to fourth gear, caution should be
taken not to inadvertently press the
gear lever sideways in such a man-
ner that second gear is engaged.
Such a drastic downshift may cause
the engine speed to increase to the
point that the tachometer will enter
the red-zone. Such over-revving of
the engine may possibly cause en-
gine damage.
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Using the Clutch
The clutch should be pressed all the
way to the floor before shifting, then
released slowly. Do not rest your foot
on the clutch pedal while driving. This
can cause unnecessary wear.
Do not partially engage the clutch to
hold the vehicle on an incline. This
causes unnecessary wear.
Use the parking brake to hold the
vehicle on an incline. Do not operate
the clutch pedal rapidly and repeat-
edly.