Honda 2007 Civic Hatchback Owner's Manual page 328

Reverse Lockout
The manual transmission has
lockout so you cannot accidentally
shift from any forward gear to
reverse while the vehicle is moving
at a certain speed. If you cannot shift
to reverse when the vehicle is
stopped, do the following.
1. With the clutch pedal pressed,
move the shift lever to the first/
second gear side of the neutral
gate, then shift to reverse.
Manual Transmission
2. If you are still unable to shift to
reverse, apply the parking brake,
and turn the ignition switch to the
ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0)
position.
3. Press the clutch pedal, and shift to
reverse.
With the clutch pedal still pressed,
4.
start the engine.
If you need to use this procedure to
shift to reverse, your vehicle may be
developing a problem. Have it
checked by your dealer.
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