2014 Honda Civic 2014 Civic Coupe Owner's Manual - Page 17

Driving Quick Reference Guide (P305, 307) (P291) Manual Transmission * (P 311) Automatic Transmission (CVT) * ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of (P . Press the release button to move the shift lever. Move the shift lever without pressing the release button. Models without paddle shifter Models with paddle shifter 7-Speed Manual Shift Mode When the shift lever is in (S ● Pulling a paddle shifter (P 309) ● Allows you to manually shift changes the mode from the transmission up or down automatic transmission (CVT) to without removing your hands 7-speed manual shift mode. from the steering wheel. ● The M indicator and the selected speed number are displayed in the shift indicator. M Indicator Shift Indicator Shift Down (- Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter Paddle Shifter When the shift lever is in (D Shift Lever Release Button ● Pulling a paddle shifter temporarily changes the mode from automatic transmission (CVT) to 7-speed manual shift mode. The selected speed number is displayed in the shift indicator. Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Drive (S) Better acceleration. Increased engine braking. Going up or down hills. On models with paddle shifter, 7-speed manual shift mode can be used. Reverse Used when reversing. Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive Low * ● Normal driving. ● On models with paddle shifter, 7-speed mode can be used temporarily. ● Further increased engine braking. ● Going up or down hills. 16