2009 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 272

Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. If this occurs, 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 rpm below the red zone. Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer's red zone. On Si model Reverse Lockout 6-speed manual transmission The manual transmission has lockout so you cannot accidentally shift from any forward gear to reverse while the vehicle is moving at a certain speed. If you cannot shift to reverse when the vehicle is stopped, do the following: 2. If you are still unable to shift to reverse, apply the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. 3. Press the clutch pedal, and shift to reverse. 4. With the clutch pedal still pressed, start the engine. Driving If you need to use this procedure to shift to reverse, your vehicle may be developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. Your vehicle has a rev limit indicator to show you when the engine speed is near the tachometer's red zone (see page 64 ). 1. With the clutch pedal pressed, move the shift lever to the first/ second gear side of the neutral gate, then shift to reverse. 269 2009 Civic Sedan