Manual transmission (if so equipped) -20 – NISSAN 2015 Sentra - Owner's Manual User Manual

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WARNING

When the high fluid temperature protec-
tion mode or fail-safe operation occurs,
vehicle speed may be gradually reduced.
The reduced speed may be lower than
other traffic, which could increase the
chance of a collision. Be especially careful
when driving. If necessary, pull to the side
of the road at a safe place and allow the
transmission to return to normal opera-
tion, or have it repaired if necessary.

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.

Do not shift to the “N” (Neutral) position

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

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 lever. If
the clutch pedal is not fully depressed before the
transmission is shifted, a gear noise may be
heard. Transmission damage may occur.

Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to 2nd, 3rd,
4th and 5th up to 6th gear in sequence according
to vehicle speed.

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Starting and driving

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