2002 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 123

Shifting To change gears, or when upshifting or downshifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and smoothly. You cannot shift directly from fifth gear into R (Reverse). First shift into N (Neutral), then into R (Reverse). If it is difficult to move the selector lever into R (Reverse) or 1 (First), shift into N (Neutral), then release and depress the clutch pedal again and shift into R (Reverse) or 1 (First). 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) For quick acceleration in high altitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1,219 m]): For QG18DE engine models: Gear change 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd MPH (km/h) 15 (25) 35 (55) 45 (75) 50 (80) 15 (25) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (75) 15 (25) 25 (40) WSD0026 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. Suggested up-shift speeds The following are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual up-shift speeds will vary according to road conditions, the weather and individual driving habits. For quick acceleration in low altitude areas (less than 4,000 ft [1,219 m]) and normal acceleration in high altitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1,219 m]): For QR25DE engine models: 5-Speed For QR25DE engine models: 6-Speed 5-12 Starting and driving