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When turning the system off, the previous
set speed is removed from memory. The
operator will have to manually reset the
cruise speed.
Transmission
How to Use the Hyrdaulic Clutch
Certain vehicles have a hydraulic clutch to
shift a manual transmission.
CAUTION
Be careful not to apply the clutch brake
while the vehicle is moving. The purpose of
the clutch brake is to stop the transmission
so that you can shift into a starting gear
without grinding gears. Applying the clutch
brake when the vehicle is moving causes a
braking effect on the drivetrain and shortens
the service life of the clutch brake.
CAUTION
Do not push the clutch pedal completely to
the floor when shifting while the vehicle is in
motion. using the clutch brake while shifting
a vehicle in motion will damage the clutch
brake. A non functioning clutch brake will
make shifting very difficult when the vehicle
is stationary.
1. Depress the clutch pedal past the
first 1/2 inch (13 mm) for
approximately 5 1/2 in (139.7 mm)
of total pedal travel.
2. Depress the clutch pedal another
1/2 in (13 mm) to engage the clutch
brake.
The clutch brake is used for
stopping transmission gears,
allowing you to easily shift into first
gear or reverse without grinding
gears. The clutch brake is not
necessary when shifting into other
gears while in motion.
If the clutch pedal is pressed completely to
the floor and the transmission is not
shifting, then it is time to have the clutch
adjusted or serviced.
If the transmission has a butt-tooth
condition and you cannot engage a gear,
gradually release the clutch. Then the drive
gear can roll enough to allow the teeth to
line up properly and complete the shift.
The clutch is not a footrest. Do not drive
with your foot resting on the clutch pedal. It
will allow your clutch to slip, causing
excessive heat and wear, damage could
result.
When you must idle your engine for any
period of time, shift your transmission to
neutral and disengage the clutch (take your
foot OFF of the pedal). This helps prevent
unnecessary wear to your clutch release
bearing, and it is less tiring for you, too.
• Always use the clutch when making
upshifts or downshifts.
• Never coast with the transmission in
neutral and the clutch disengaged.
• To provide smooth gear
engagements while shifting, use
proper coordination between shift
lever and clutch.
Operating Manual Transmissions
Follow these instructions if the vehicle has
a manual transmission.
The transmission shift pattern for your
vehicle may be located on the shift control
knob. In addition to understanding the shift
pattern and its location, you should read
the transmission manufacturer’s manual
provided with your vehicle before operating
the vehicle. After making sure the vehicle's
DRIVING - Transmission
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