Gear Select - Skip Shift
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
To ensure good fuel economy and compliance with federal fuel economy standards, SECOND and THIRD gears are inhibited when shifting out of FIRST gear under the following conditions:
- Coolant temperature is above 76°C (169°F).
- Vehicle speed is 24-31 km/h (15-19 mph).
- Throttle is opened 21 percent or less.