Automatic Transmission - Honda ACCORD Owner's Manual

Automatic Transmission

Your Honda's transmission has five
forward speeds, and is electronically
controlled for smoother shifting. It
also has a ''lock-up'' torque converter
for better fuel economy. You may
feel what seems like another shift
when the converter locks.
Shift Lever Position Indicator
This indicator between the tacho-
meter and speedometer shows which
position the shift lever is in.
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Driving
The ''D'' indicator comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II). If it
flashes while driving (in any shift
position), it indicates a possible
problem in the transmission. Avoid
rapid acceleration and have the trans-
mission checked by an authorized
Honda dealer as soon as possible.
The malfunction indicator lamp may
come on along with the ''D'' indicator
if there is a problem in the automatic
transmission control system.
Shift Lever Positions
SHIFT LEVER
RELEASE BUTTON
The shift lever has seven positions.
It must be in Park or Neutral to start
the engine. When you are stopped in
D, D , 2, 1, N or R, press firmly on
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the brake pedal, and keep your foot
off the accelerator pedal.