Automatic Transmission - Honda 2001 CR-V Owner's Manual

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Automatic Transmission

Your Honda's transmission has four
forward speeds, and is electronicall y
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.
Driving
Shift Lever Position Indicator
This indicator on the instrument
panel shows which position the shift
lever is in.
The " D" indicator comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch ON (II). It it flashes
while driving (in any shift position),
it indicates a possible problem in the
transmission. Avoid rapid accelera-
tion and have the transmission
checked by an authorized Honda
dealer as soon as possible.
Shift Lever Positions
SHIFT LEVER
The shift lever has six positions. It
must be in Park or Neutral to start
the engine. When you are stopped in
D, 2 , 1, N or R, press firmly on the
brake pedal, and keep your foot off
the accelerator pedal.