Gearshift Lever
Manual transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Your vehicle is equipped with either a manual transmission or automatic transmission.
The gearshift lever for each transmission type is shown in the illustrations.
For details on how to use the transmission, refer to the “Using the Transmission” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.
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Safety, Reliability & Pricing
In crash tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the SX4 earned
the top rating, Good, for front and side impacts. Rear crash protection —
arguably less significant than front or sid ...
Jump Starting Instructions
WARNING:
• Never attempt to jump start your
vehicle if the battery appears to be
frozen. Batteries in this condition
may explode or rupture if jump
starting is attempted.
• When making ...
Starting the Engine
Before Starting the Engine
1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully.
2) Manual Transmission – Shift into “N”
(Neutral) and depress the clutch pedal
all the way to the floor.
Hold it whil ...