2013 Honda Insight Owner's Manual - Page 279

Driving with the Paddle Shifters Using the Paddle Shifters in the D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) On EX models TOC When you are driving in the D position, pulling either paddle shifter switches from the D-normal shift mode to the D-paddle shift mode. You can shift the transmission up or down through seven-stages manually with the paddle shifters. Downshifting gives you more power when climbing, and provides engine braking when going down a steep hill. SHIFT INDICATOR Before Driving To shift up or down, use the (right) or (left) paddle shifter on either side of the steering wheel. Pull the (right) paddle shifter to upshift. Pull (left) to downshift. When you pull either paddle shifter, the shift indicator shows you the selected speed number. When the transmission returns to ordinary automatic transmission (CVT), the displayed shift indicator disappears. 276 2013 Insight