Manual transmission (if so equipped) -18 – NISSAN 2013 Frontier - Owner's Manual User Manual

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OFF:

For driving up and down long
slopes where engine braking is nec-
essary push the Overdrive switch
once. The O/D OFF indicator light
in the instrument panel comes on at
this time.

When cruising at a low speed or climbing a
gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift
shocks as the transmission shifts into and out of
Overdrive repeatedly. In this case, depress the
Overdrive switch to turn the Overdrive off. The
O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel
comes on at this time.

When driving conditions change, depress the
Overdrive switch to turn the Overdrive on.

Remember not to drive at high speeds for ex-
tended periods of time with the Overdrive off.
This reduces fuel economy.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if so
equipped)

WARNING

Do not downshift abruptly on slippery

roads. This may cause a loss of control.

Do not over-rev the engine when shift-

ing to a lower gear. This may cause a
loss of control or engine damage.

Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position

while driving. Doing so may result in an
accident due to loss of engine braking.

CAUTION

Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal

while driving. This may cause clutch
damage.

Fully depress the clutch pedal before

shifting to help prevent transmission
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.

Shifting

To change gears, or when upshifting or down-
shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into
the appropriate gear, then release the clutch
slowly and smoothly.

To ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress
the clutch pedal before operating the shift selec-
tor. If the clutch pedal is not fully depressed
before the transmission is shifted, a gear noise
may be heard. Transmission damage could oc-
cur.

5 - speed

WSD0154

5-18

Starting and driving

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