2010 Honda Fit Owner's Manual - Page 228

Automatic Transmission All models except U.S. Sport U.S. Sport model First (1) － To shift from second to first, press the release button on the front of the shift lever. This position locks the transmission in first gear. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. S position (S) － To shift into the S position, press the release button on the front of the shift lever, and move the lever to S. This position is similar to D, except only first to fourth gears are selected and fifth gear is no longer available. However, during most driving conditions, only first through third gears are used. With the shift lever in D or S, you can also use the paddle shifters to shift the transmission up or down. With the paddle shifters, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. For more information on driving with the paddle shifters, see page 224. 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. 222