2009 Acura RDX Owner's Manual - Page 301

Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifters Using the Paddle Shifters in D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) When you are driving in D position, pulling either paddle shifter switches from the ordinary automatic transmission [drive mode (D)] to the D-paddle shift mode. You can shift the transmission up or down manually with the paddle shifters. Downshifting gives you more power when climbing, and provides engine braking when going down a steep hill. To shift up or down, use the (right) or (left) paddle shifter on each side of the steering wheel. GEAR POSITION INDICATOR Driving Each time you pull (right), the transmission shifts to a higher gear. Pull (left) to downshift. You will see the selected gear number on the instrument panel. When you pull either paddle shifter, the gear position indicator shows you the selected gear number. CONTINUED 297 2009 RDX