Suzuki Jimny 2022 Manual page 233

Transfer lever in "4L" position
Downshifting km/h (mph)
2nd to 1st 10 (6)
3rd to 2nd 40 (24)
4th to 3rd 55 (34)
5th to 4th 80 (49)*
*NOTE:
You may not accelerate to the maximum
allowable speed because of the driving sit-
uation and/or the vehicle condition.
NOTICE
Do not downshift to a lower gear at
the speed faster than the maximum
allowable speeds for the next lower
speed, or severe damage to engine
and transmission can result.
WARNING
• Reduce your speed and downshift
to a lower gear before going down
a long or steep hill. A lower gear
will allow the engine to provide
braking. Avoid riding the brakes or
they may overheat, resulting in
brake failure.
• When driving on slippery roads,
slow down before downshifting.
Excessive and/or sudden changes
in engine speed may cause loss of
traction, which could cause you to
lose control.
NOTICE
• Check that the vehicle is com-
pletely stationary before you shift
into reverse.
• To help avoid clutch damage, do
not use the clutch pedal as a foot-
rest while driving or use the clutch
to keep the vehicle stationary on a
slope. Depress the clutch fully
when shifting.
• When shifting or starting off, do not
race the engine. Racing the engine
can shorten engine life and cause
negative effect to smooth shifting.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Automatic Transmission
Gearshift lever
78RB03003
The gearshift lever is designed so that it
cannot be shifted out of "P" position unless
the ignition switch is in "ON" position and
the brake pedal is depressed.
Use the gearshift lever positions as fol-
lows:
P (Park)
Use this position to lock the transmission
when the vehicle is parked or when start-
ing the engine. Shift into Park only when
the vehicle is completely stationary.
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