Honda Civic 2017 Owner's Manual page 421

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Shift Up/Down Indicators
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Models without Honda Sensing
Come on to indicate when a gear change is
appropriate to maintain the most fuel efficient
driving style.
Models with Honda Sensing
Come on to inform you that upshifting or
downshifting is necessary to prevent the
engine from over revving or stalling.
The shift up indicator: Comes on when
upshifting is recommended.
The shift down indicator: Comes on when
downshifting is recommended.
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1Shift Up/Down Indicators
Models without Honda Sensing
WARNING
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The shift indicator is only a guide to help
you achieve better fuel economy.
Never refer to the Shift Indicators when
road and traffic conditions are unsuitable
or when it may distract you.
This indicator will not prompt you to downshift to
increase engine braking. It is up to you to downshift
to increase engine braking when driving downhill.
Always shift down at the appropriate vehicle speed.
Models without Honda Sensing
The shift down indicator does not come on when
downshifting from to .
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Road and traffic conditions may require you to shift
at times other than those indicated.