2012 Acura RDX Owner's Manual - Page 386

Driving with the Paddle Shifters Using the Paddle Shifters in the D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) When you are driving in the D position, pulling either paddle shifter switches from D-normal drive mode, to 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. GEAR POSITION INDICATOR To shift up or down, use the ＋ (right) or － (left) paddle shifter on either side of the steering wheel. 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. 380