Honda Civic 2017 Owner's Manual page 401

uuTowing a TraileruDriving Safely with a Trailer
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Turning and Braking
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
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Driving in Hilly Terrain
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the
control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool down
the engine if necessary.
Models with paddle shifter
• Shift to the ( S position and use the paddle shifter to shift down when driving
down hills.
This helps to increase engine braking efficiently and prevent the brake system
from overheating.
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1Driving in Hilly Terrain
Models with paddle shifter
If you use the paddle shifters when driving uphill and
downhill, select 3rd, 2nd, or 1st gear, depending on
the vehicle speed and road conditions. Do not use
4th and 5th gears.