Suzuki SX4 2016 Owner's Manual page 159

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Downshifting maximum allowable
speeds
For M16A engine models
Downshifting km/h (mph)
2nd to 1st 45 (28)
3rd to 2nd 90 (56)
4th to 3rd 135 (84)
5th to 4th 190 (118)*
For K10C engine models
Downshifting km/h (mph)
2nd to 1st 40 (25)
3rd to 2nd 80 (50)
4th to 3rd 125 (78)
5th to 4th 170 (106)*
For K14C engine models
Downshifting km/h (mph)
2nd to 1st 45 (28)
3rd to 2nd 85 (53)
4th to 3rd 130 (81)
5th to 4th 175 (109)*
6th to 5th 210 (130)*
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For D16AA engine models
Downshifting km/h (mph)
2nd to 1st 45 (28)
3rd to 2nd 75 (47)
4th to 3rd 130 (81)
5th to 4th 180 (112)*
6th to 5th 225 (140)*
*NOTE:
You may not accelerate to the maximum
allowable speed because of the driving sit-
uation and/or the vehicle condition.
NOTICE
When downshifting to a lower gear,
make sure not to downshift at the
speed faster than the maximum
allowable speeds for the next lower
speed, or severe engine damage 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, be
sure to slow down before down-
shifting. Excessive and/or sudden
changes in engine speed may
cause loss of traction, which could
cause you to lose control.
NOTICE
Make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stationary before you shift
into reverse.
NOTICE
• 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.
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