2013 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 438

uu When Driving u Shifting Automatic transmission (CVT) models with paddle shifters 2013 Accord Sedan QRG 1 Shifting You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 *1 and remove the key unless the shift lever is in (P . Shifting Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs. ■ Shift lever positions Park Used when parking or starting the engine Reverse Used when reversing Neutral Used when idling Drive Used: ● For normal driving ● When temporarily driving in the 7-speed manual shift mode Release Button Drive (S) Used: ● For better acceleration ● To increase engine braking ● When going up or down hills ● When driving in the 7-speed manual shift mode The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in (N while the engine is cold. Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary, apply the parking brake. When shifting positions in extremely low temperatures (-22°F/-30°C), there may be a short delay before the shift position is displayed. Always confirm you are in the correct shift position before driving. TOC Driving Index *1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch. Home Continued 437