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Manual transmission – HONDA 2008 Accord Coupe User Manual

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Drive in the highest gear that lets
the engine run and accelerate
smoothly. This will give you good
fuel economy and effective
emissions control. The following
shift points are recommended:

Shift up

1st to 2nd

2nd to 3rd

3rd to 4th
4th to 5th

Normal acceleration

15 mph (25 km/h)
25 mph (40 km/h)
40 mph (65 km/h)
50 mph (80 km/h)

Normal acceleration

15 mph (24 km/h)
17 mph (27 km/h)
27 mph (43 km/h)
36 mph (58 km/h)
41 mph (66 km/h)

Shift up

1st to 2nd

2nd to 3rd

3rd to 4th
4th to 5th
5th to 6th

On models with 5-speed manual
transmission

On models with 6-speed manual
transmission

Recommended Shif t Points

Manual Transmission

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Rapid slowing or speeding up
can cause loss of control on
slippery surfaces. If you crash,
you can be injured.

Use extra care when driving on
slippery surfaces.

2008 Accord Coupe

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