1998 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 116
1998 Nissan Altima Manual
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DRIVING WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION WARNING ● Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads. This may cause a loss of control. ● Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear. This may cause a loss of control or engine damage. CAUTION ● Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This may cause clutch damage. ● Stop your vehicle completely before shifting into R (Reverse). ● When the vehicle is stopped for a duration, for example at a stop light, shift to N (Neutral) and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied. Suggested shift-up speeds Shown below are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual shift-up speeds will vary according to road conditions, the weather and individual driving habits. For normal acceleration in low altitude areas (less than 4,000 ft [1,219 m]): GEAR CHANGE 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th ACCEL shift point MPH (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 36 (58) 40 (64) CRUISE shift point MPH (km/h) 15 (24) 18 (29) 30 (48) 39 (63) SD1022 Shifting with manual transmission To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, and then move the shift lever to the desired gear. After shifting, release the clutch pedal slowly. You cannot shift directly from 5th gear into R (Reverse). First shift into N (Neutral), then into R (Reverse). If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R (Reverse) or 1st, shift into N (Neutral), then release and depress the clutch pedal again and shift into R (Reverse) or 1st. For quick acceleration in low altitude areas and high altitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1,219 m]): GEAR CHANGE 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th MPH (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (64) 45 (72) Starting and driving 5-9