How to Use the Manual Transmission in the Honda Avancier?
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When the transmission is in D position during sport mode, the vehicle will enter manual shift mode, with the M indicator and gear selection indicator illuminating. Pull the left (-) paddle shifter to downshift, and pull the right (+) paddle shifter to upshift. To shift gears consecutively, release the paddle shifter before pulling it again for the next gear.
Driving the manual transmission version of the Crown Road is quite fun for a new driver learning to drive, but it's important to take it step by step. After getting into the car and sitting down, press the clutch pedal all the way down to confirm it's in neutral, then start the engine. Once the RPM stabilizes, begin to move off by pressing the clutch, shifting into first gear, and slowly releasing the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator to find the half-clutch point—this is when the car body slightly vibrates or the engine sound changes. At this point, hold steady and press the accelerator to get the car moving. Don't rush; releasing too quickly can cause the engine to stall. If it stalls, press the clutch, shift back to neutral, and restart the engine. While driving, shift gears based on speed or RPM, typically between 2000 to 3000 RPM. For example, shift from second to third gear by pressing the clutch and quickly shifting—don’t hesitate. Downshifting follows a similar process and is used for deceleration. When stopping, first press the brake to slow down, then press the clutch and shift to neutral, finally pulling the handbrake. For reversing, shift into reverse gear, slowly release the clutch, and gently press the accelerator. Practice in an empty space and try multiple times to improve coordination.
