Honda Accord: Recommended Shift Points
Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control. The following shift points are recommended:
On models with 5-speed manual transmission
On models with 6-speed manual transmission
Manual Transmission
On models with 5-speed manual
transmission, or models
with 6-speed manual transmission
The manual transmission is
synchronized in all forward gears for
smooth operation. It has a lockout so ...
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 ...
See also:
Center Console Rear Trim
Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*
*Available through the Honda Tool and
Equipment
Program; call 888-424-6857
NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the center console and the
rela ...
Mainshaft 5th Gear Axial Clearance
Inspection
1. Remove the mainshaft transmission housing bearing
(seepage 14-270).
2. Install the thrust needle bearing ( A ) , 5th gear ( B ) , the
needle bearing (C), the thrust needle bearing (D), the
41 ...
Closing Force and Opening Drag
Check
1. Remove the headliner (see page 20-140).
2. Closing force check:
- Cover the leading edge of the glass (A) with a shop
towel (B), and attach a spring scale (C) as shown.
- Have an assistant ...