Black plate (292,1)
一
般
Model "A2440GE-A" EDITED: 2007/ 6/ 15
7-24
Starting and operating
WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure
that the vehicle is not travelling at a
speed exceeding the Maximum Al-
lowable Speed for the gear which is
about to be selected. Failure to
observe this precaution can lead to
engine over-revving and this in turn
can result in engine damage.
In addition, sudden application of
engine brakes when the vehicle is
travelling on a slippery surface can
lead to wheel locking; as a conse-
quence, control of the vehicle may
be lost and the risk of an accident
increased.
&
Driving tips
Do not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to
hold your vehicle at a standstill on an
upgrade. Either of those actions may
cause clutch damage.
Do not drive with your hand resting on the
shift lever. This may cause wear on the
transmission components.
When it is necessary to reduce vehicle
speed due to slow traffic, turning corners,
or driving up steep hills, downshift to a
lower gear before the engine starts to
labor.
On steep downgrades, downshift the
transmission to 5th, 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear
as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe
speed and to extend brake pad life.
In this way, the engine provides a braking
effect. Remember, if you
“
ride
”
(over use)
the brakes while descending a hill, they
may overheat and not work properly.
The engine may, on rare occasions, knock
when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or
rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This
phenomenon does not indicate a problem.
Dual range (MT vehicles
–
if
equipped)
1)
HI position:
For normal driving.
2)
LO position:
Used for driving up a steep grade or
driving on sand requiring more driving
force than that available in the HI
position.
To change from HI to LO or vice versa,
press the clutch pedal fully to the floor,
move the selector lever, and gradually let
the pedal up.
It is recommended that the LO position be
used when starting the vehicle on an uphill
slope with a trailer attached.
