HONDA 2012 Civic Sedan User Manual
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When you are not shifting, do not rest your
foot on the clutch pedal. This can cause your
clutch to wear out faster.
5-speed manual
transmission
1
Shifting
Recommended Shift Points
Driving in the highest gear that allows the engine to
run and accelerate smoothly helps to optimize fuel
economy and effective emissions control. The
following shift points are recommended:
If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you
are in, the engine speed will enter into the
tachometer's red zone. When this happens, you may
experience a slight jolt.
Shift Up
Normal Acceleration
1st to 2nd
15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd to 3rd
27 mph (43 km/h)
3rd to 4th
39 mph (63 km/h)
4th to 5th
53 mph (85 km/h)
Shift Up
Normal Acceleration
1st to 2nd
17 mph (27 km/h)
2nd to 3rd
29 mph (46 km/h)
3rd to 4th
37 mph (59 km/h)
4th to 5th
43 mph (69 km/h)
5th to 6th
49 mph (79 km/h)
5-speed manual transmission models
6-speed manual transmission models
6-speed manual
transmission
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