Mitsubishi MOTORS Mirage 2012, Owner'S Manual

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Manual transmission*
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The shift pattern is shown on the gearshift lever
knob. To start off, depress the clutch pedal all the
way down and shift into 1
st
or “R” (Reverse) posi-
tion. Then gradually release the clutch pedal while
depressing the accelerator pedal.
CAUTION
l Do not put the gearshift lever into the re-
verse position while the vehicle is moving
forward. Doing so could damage the trans-
mission.
l Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal
while driving. Doing so could cause rapid
wear to the clutch.
l Do not coast in the “N” (Neutral) position.
l Do not use the gearshift lever as a handr-
est, because this can result in premature
wear of the transmission shift forks.
NOTE
l During cold weather, shifting may be diffi-
cult until the transmission lubricant has
warmed up. This is normal and not harmful
to the transmission.
l
If it is hard to shift into 1
st
, depress the
clutch pedal again; the shift will then be eas-
ier to make.
l To shift into the “R” (Reverse) position from
5
th
gear, move the gearshift lever to the “N”
(Neutral) position, and then move it to the
“R” (Reverse) position.
Changing gears
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Always take care to change the gear with the vehi-
cle speed matched to the engine speed. Proper shift-
ing will improve fuel economy and prolong engine
life.
Avoid shifting down at high speed, as this may
cause excessive engine speed and damage the en-
gine.
NOTE
l The gearshift indicator (if so equipped)
shows recommended gearshift points for fuel-
efficient driving. It shows a “ ” when an up-
shift is recommended, and it shows a “ ”
when a downshift is recommended.
Starting and driving
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