Answer: shiftgears

AnswerCrossword Clue
SHIFTGEARSHow to confuse Sarge?
SHIFTGEARSChange the subject
SHIFTGEARSGo into reverse, e.g.
SHIFTGEARSERSAG
SHIFTGEARSGo into a new mode
SHIFTGEARSChange suddenly, e.g.
SHIFTGEARSChange one's approach