Honda Accord: Recommended Shift Points
Eighth generation (2008–2012) / Honda Accord 2008-2012 Owner's Manual / Driving / Manual Transmission / 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:
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
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Component Location Index - Front Door
2-door
4-door
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