Acura 2011 TSX - Manual (Page 200)

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When Driving Shifting
Sequential Shift Mode Operation
Sequential Shift Mode Operation
Each paddle shift operation makes a single gear
change.
To change gears continuously, release the paddle
shifter before pulling it again for the next gear.
Recommended Shift Points
Use this table as a guidleline for efficient fuel
economy and effective emission control.
Shift Up Normal Acceleration
1st to 2nd 15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd to 3rd 25 mph (40 km/h)
3rd to 4th 40 mph (64 km/h)
4th to 5th 45 mph (72 km/h)
If the gear position indicator blinks when you try to
shift up or down, this means your vehicle speed is
not in its allowable gear shifting range.
Slightly accelerate to shift up and decelerate to shift
down while the indicator is blinking.
Second gear lock mode
If you pull the + paddle shifter while stopped or driving at 6 mph (10 km/h) or
less, the gear position will be locked in 2nd gear. This makes it easier to pull away
on slippery surfaces such as snow covered roads.
To cancel the 2nd gear lock mode, pull the – paddle shifter, or move the shift
lever from S to D .
– Paddle Shifter
(Shift down)
+ Paddle Shifter
(Shift up)
Downshifting when pulling
the
– paddle shifter.
(Changes to a lower gear)
Upshifting when pulling
the
+ paddle shifter
(Changes to a higher gear)
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