HONDA 2011 CR-Z - Manual (Page 209)

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Driving
When Driving Shifting
Shift Up/Down Indicators ■
Come on to indicate when a gear change is
appropriate to maintain the most fuel efficient
driving style.
The shift up indicator: Comes on when shifting
up is recommended.
The shift down indicator: Comes on when
shifting down is recommended.
The indicators do not come on in the SPORT
mode.
Shift Up/Down Indicators
This indicator will not prompt you to downshift
to increase engine braking. It is up to you to
downshift to increase engine braking when driving
downhill.
Always shift down at the appropriate vehicle speed.
The shift down indicator does not come on when
downshifting from to .
Ambient meter color may change if you do not
change gears when a shift indicator illuminates.
This can result in a change in fuel economy.
Road and traffic conditions may require you to shift
at times other than those indicated.
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