1999 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 163

To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, then move the gearshift lever. After shifting, release the clutch slowly. You cannot shift directly from 5th gear into Reverse. First shift into the Neutral position, then into Reverse. If it is difficult to move the shift lever into Reverse or 1st, shift into Neutral, then release the clutch pedal and shift into Reverse or 1st again. If your vehicle is equipped with four wheel drive, see "Using four wheel drive" later in this section. *1 Acceleration: Normal acceleration standing start Allowable maximum speed in each gear such as Two wheel drive models 2H position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th Four wheel drive models 4H position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th 4L position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th MPH (km/h) 22 37 56 78 (36) (60) (90) (125) *2 Cruise: Driving without rapid acceleration or deceleration at moderate speed which permits maximum fuel economy MPH (km/h) 22 37 50 50 9 19 28 31 (36) (60) (80) (80) (15) (30) (45) (50) Suggested shift-up speeds The table below 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. ¼ Two wheel drive models and four wheel drive models (2H and 4H position) MPH (km/h) 1st to 2nd 15 (24) 2nd to 3rd 25 (40) 3rd to 4th 40 (64) 4th to 5th 45 (72) ¼ Four wheel drive model (4L position) MPH (km/h) 1st to 2nd 8 (13) 2nd to 3rd 12 (20) 3rd to 4th 20 (32) 4th to 5th 22 (36) Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road conditions which will ensure safe operation. Do not overrev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control. ¼ Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This may cause clutch damage. ¼ Stop your vehicle completely before shifting into R (Reverse). ¼ When the vehicle is stopped for a duration, for example at a stop light, 5-14 Starting and driving