1997 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 112
1997 Honda Civic Manual
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Automatic Transmission (CVT) Maximum Speeds The CVT shifts automatically to maintain proper engine speed in any shift position. When the vehicle reaches the maximum speed in any shift position, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine's computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the speed below the maximum. Driving
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Maximum Speeds
The CVT shifts automatically to
maintain proper engine speed in any
shift position.
When the vehicle reaches the
maximum speed in any shift position,
you may feel the engine cut in and
out. This is caused by a limiter in the
engine's computer controls. The
engine will run normally when you
reduce the speed below the
maximum.
Driving