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(14) Shift Lever
The shift lever is located on the RH side
of the vehicle near steering column.
To change the transmission
Position completely stop vehicle then
move lever to the desired position.
Do not force lever. If unable to shift,
gently apply throttle and release it
immediately, then wait until engine
RPM returns to stable idle and try
again.
CAUTION
: Always completely stop
the vehicle and apply the brake prior
to moving the transmission lever.
P: Park
This position locks the transmission
to help prevent vehicle movement.
Always use when the vehicle is not in
operation. In some circumstances, it
may be necessary to rock the vehicle
back and forth to move the gears in
the transmission to allow the park to
be engaged.
R: Reverse
This allows the vehicle to go
backward. The vehicle speed is
limited.
N: Neutral
This position disengages the
transmission to allow manual vehicle
movement.
H: High gear
This selects the high speed range of
the transmission in the gearbox. It is
the normal driving speed range. It
allows the vehicle to reach its
maximum speed.
L: Low gear
This selects the low speed range of
the transmission in the gear box. It is
the working position. It allows the
vehicle to move slowly with the
maximum traction and power.
NOTE: Use the low speed range to
pull. Any load or to climb a steep
incline.