2007 Honda Fit Owner's Manual - Page 160

Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Sport only) Using the Paddle Shifters in D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) When you are driving in D position, you can shift the transmission up or down manually with the paddle shifters. Each time you pull the (right), the transmission shifts to a higher gear. Pull the (left) to downshift. You will see the selected gear number on the instrument panel. When the transmission returns to drive mode (D), the displayed gear number goes out. Downshifting with the paddle shifter allows you to increase the engine braking when going down steep or long hills, and provides more power when climbing uphills. You can upshift the transmission manually to reduce the rpm. Driving in the higher gear helps fuel economy. GEAR POSITION INDICATOR To shift up or down, use the (right) or (left) paddle shifter on each side of the steering wheel. When you pull either paddle shifter, the gear position indicator shows you the selected gear number. CONTINUED 156