Honda 1990 Accord Sedan Owner's Manual page 68

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 com-
plete 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
engine is 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 lock-out
button while driving.
, D , 2, 1 or R.
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, D , 2, 1 or R when the
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