Honda 2006 Insight Owner's Manual page 116

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SECOND MODE BUTTON
DRIVE MODE BUTTON
Use this position for
Drive (D) −
normal driving. The drive position
has two modes, Drive (D) and
Second (S). You can select the
desired mode with the two select
buttons on the steering wheel. The
''D'' indicator remains lit in either
mode.
Use this mode for
Drive Mode −
everyday driving. The transmission
automatically adjusts to keep the
engine at the best speed for driving
conditions. To help the engine warm
up faster, the transmission will select
ratios that allow the engine to run at
higher speeds when it is cold.
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
''D'' INDICATOR
''S'' INDICATOR
In this mode, the
Second (S) Mode −
transmission selects a lower range of
ratios to give better acceleration.
Use this mode for driving up or
downhill. Along with the ''D''
indicator, the ''S'' indicator comes on
as a reminder.
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