2013 fit – HONDA 2013 Fit User Manual

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Shifting

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Driving

When you are not shifting, do not rest your
foot on the clutch pedal. This can cause your
clutch to wear out faster.

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Shifting

Recommended Shift Points
Driving in the highest gear that allows the engine to
run and accelerate smoothly helps to optimize fuel
economy and effective emissions control. The
following shift points are recommended:

If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you
are in, the engine speed will enter into the
tachometer’s red zone. When this happens, you may
experience a slight jolt.

Shift Up

Normal Acceleration

1st to 2nd

15 mph (24 km/h)

2nd to 3rd

27 mph (44 km/h)

3rd to 4th

39 mph (63 km/h)

4th to 5th

53 mph (85 km/h)

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