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Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds
NOTE:
Vehicle speeds shown in the chart above are for
2H and 4H only, vehicle speeds in 4L would be
significantly less.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF
EQUIPPED
You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow the maximum recommended downshifting speeds may cause the engine to overspeed and/or damage the clutch disc, even if the
clutch pedal is pressed.
Manual Transmission Downshift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)
Gear Selection
6 to 5
5 to 4
4 to 3
3 to 2
2 to 1
Maximum Speed
80 (129)
70 (113)
50 (81)
30 (48)
15 (24)
CAUTION!
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only
after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE,
NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is
above idle speed.
Before shifting into any gear, make sure
your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi
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tute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle
to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
CAUTION!
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Your vehicle could move and injure you and
others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to
move the transmission gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released. Make
sure the transmission is in PARK before
exiting the vehicle.
WARNING!
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