2000 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 138

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 with the engine running (for example at a stop light), shift to N (Neutral) and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied. If your vehicle is equipped with 4-wheel Transfer case shifting prodrive, see '' cedures for four-wheel drive vehicles'' later in this section. Suggested up-shift speeds The folllowing table provides suggested speed ranges for shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual shift ranges should be adjusted for specific road conditions, weather conditions and individual driving habits. SD1017M Shifting with manual transmission To change gears, or when up shifting or down shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and smoothly. You cannot shift directly from 5th gear into R (Reverse). First shift into the N (Neutral) position, then into R (Reverse). If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R (Reverse) or 1st, shift into N (Neutral), then release the clutch pedal. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into R (Reverse) or 1st again. Two-wheel drive models and four-wheel drive models (2H and 4H position): Shift from MPH (km/h) 1st to 2nd 15 (24) 2nd to 3rd 25 (40) 3rd to 4th 40 (64) 4th to 5th 45 (72) 4-wheel drive model (4L position): Shift from MPH (km/h) 1st to 2nd 8 (13) 2nd to 3rd 12 (19) 3rd to 4th 20 (32) 4th to 5th 22 (35) Starting and driving 5-13