Acura Integra 1987 Manual page 54

The fully synchronized manual
transmission is very easy to shift
up or down. When you slow
down for traffic, steep hills, or
corners, shift to a lower gear
before the engine starts to labor.
When descending steep grades,
select a lower gear to help main­
tain a safe speed and to prevent
the brakes from overheating.
When shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift gears and then
release the clutch gradually. Do not speed-shift; allow time for the
gears to synchronize. A safety lockout prevents accidental shifting
straight from 5th to Reverse.
WARNING Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration when either
or both driving wheels are on a slippery surface. Decreased traction
could cause loss of directional control.
Clutch Pedal Adjustment
Clutch pedal free travel must be adjusted periodically to compen­
sate for lining wear. If the clutch seems to slip or you have dif­
ficulty shifting, have an Acura dealer check its adjustment.
CAU TIO N :
• Do not drive with your foot on the clutch pedal as this will
cause premature wear of clutch components.
• Do not shift into reverse while the car is moving.
Shifting the 5 Speed
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