2010 Chevrolet Aveo Owner's Manual - Page 134

When hold mode is activated, the transmission runs as follows: Selector Lever Position D4 2 1 See Hold Mode Light on page 4‑29. When Hold Mode is selected in D4 (Drive), the transmission is held in 3 (Third) gear, which locks out D4 (Drive). This allows for engine braking when slowing from higher speeds. When Hold Mode is selected in 2 (Second), the transmission will start in 2 (Second) gear instead of 1 (First), helping to reduce wheel spin when starting out on slippery surface such as snow, mud or ice. Since selecting Hold Mode in D4 (Drive) locks the transmission in 3 (Third), and prevents downshifts to 2 (Second) or 1 (First), acceleration from a stop or near stop on dry pavement will be slower than expected. Hold Mode should not be selected during these situations. Gear Range Third Gear Second Gear First Gear Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed This is your shift pattern. 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into 1 (First) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into 1 (First), put the shift lever in N (Neutral) and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into 1 (First). 3-26