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What gear should you drive your 2001 Honda Accord EX Sedan in?

1st Gear: Used for starting from a stop or for driving at very slow speeds, such as in a parking lot.

2nd Gear: Used for accelerating from a stop or for driving at low speeds, such as in a residential neighborhood.

3rd Gear: Used for driving at moderate speeds, such as on a city street.

4th Gear: Used for driving at higher speeds, such as on a highway.

5th Gear: Used for driving at the highest speeds, such as on the open road.

Reverse: Used for backing up.

Neutral: Used when the car is stopped and the engine is running, such as when waiting at a stoplight.

Park: Used when the car is parked and the engine is off.

Tips:

* Always shift gears smoothly to avoid damaging the transmission.

* Do not shift into a lower gear while the car is moving faster than the recommended speed for that gear.

* If the car is slipping or skidding, shift into a lower gear to get more traction.

* If you are driving on a steep hill, shift into a lower gear to help the engine brake the car.