Pontiac 2009 Vibe - Manual (Page 144)

Shift Speeds
{ CAUTION
If you skip a gear when you
downshift, you could lose control
of your vehicle. You could injure
yourself or others. Do not shift
down more than one gear at a
time when you downshift.
This chart shows the maximum
allowable speeds in each gear when
maximum acceleration is necessary.
Manual Transmission
Recommended Shift Speeds
Engine 1.8L
1 to 2
34 mph
(55 km/h)
2 to 3
56 mph
(91 km/h)
3 to 4
82 mph
(132 km/h)
4 to 5
121 mph
(195 km/h)
Engine 2.4L
1 to 2
31 mph
(50 km/h)
2 to 3
53 mph
(86 km/h)
3 to 4
82 mph
(132 km/h)
4 to 5
112 mph
(181 km/h)
If your speed drops below 20 mph
(32 km/h), or if the engine is not
running smoothly, you should
downshift to the next lower gear.
You may have to downshift two or
more gears to keep the engine
running smoothly or for good
performance.
Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, hold the
brake pedal down and pull up on the
parking brake lever. If the ignition
is on, the brake system warning light
will come on.
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2009 - Pontiac Vibe Owner Manual