fuse chart PONTIAC VIBE 2006 Owners Manual

FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5), SIXTH (6):Shift into
FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6) the same
way you do for THIRD (3). Slowly let up on the
clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press
the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops,
press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and
shift to NEUTRAL.
NEUTRAL:Use this position when you start or idle
your engine.
REVERSE (R):To back up, press down on the clutch
pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the
clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.
Notice:Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your
vehicle is moving forward could damage the
transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your
vehicle is stopped.
Also, use REVERSE (R) along with the parking brake
for parking your vehicle. There is an audible beep when
the vehicle is in REVERSE (R) to ensure that FIRST (1)
gear and REVERSE (R) are not confused.Shift Speeds
{CAUTION:
If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could
lose control of your vehicle. You could injure
yourself or others. Do not shift down more than
one gear at a time when you downshift.
This chart shows when to shift to the next gear for the
best fuel economy.
Manual Transmission Recommended
Shift Speeds
Engine 1 to 2 or
2to12to3or
3to23to4or
4to34to5or
5to45to6or
6to5
1.8 L
(Code 8)15 mph
24 km/h25 mph
40 km/h40 mph
64 km/h45 mph
72 km/h—
1.8 L
(Code L)15 mph
24 km/h25 mph
40 km/h40 mph
64 km/h45 mph
72 km/h50 mph
80 km/h
If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the
engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift
to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift
two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly
or for good performance.
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