Operating Tips (Shifting) - Honda 1990 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual

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Operating Tips
For smoother operation, apply the brakes when shifting from
Neutral or Park to a forward or reverse gear.
When parking: bring the car to a stop with the foot brake, hold the
brake on and shift into Park, set the hand brake and then turn off
the engine.
NOTE:
Your 4 speed automatic transmission is equipped with a torque
converter lock-up clutch. Because of this, you may notice what
feels like an extra shift as the clutch engages.
CAUTION:
Shift into P only after the car has come to a complete stop.
Shift into or out of R only after the car has come to a complete
stop.
Do not "rev-up" the engine when the brake is on and the shift
lever is in D
When stopped on a hill, use the brakes to hold your position, not
the accelerator pedal.
Do not shift from N or P into D
above idle speed. Before shifting into gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Do not rest your hand on the shift lever or push the shift button
while driving.
, D , 2 or R.
4 3
, D , 2 or R when the engine is
4 3
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