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For spirited driving using the Auto tranny ... Posted by REM in Seattle [Email] (#4) [Profile/Gallery] (more from REM in Seattle) on Wed, 3 Jul 2002 12:34:07 In Reply to: Found using the Auto tranny a pain..., Makis, Wed, 3 Jul 2002 11:07:43 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
For spirited driving using the automatic trans simply select 3rd and put the transmission in Sport mode. This keeps the transmission from selecting 4th gear so your engine braking and acceleration is better.
For more leisurely driving, and better MPG, use the Drive settting.
However, due to the nature of the torque converter in the automatic transmission, engine braking will never be as good as a manual transmission.
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_______________________________________ REM in Seattle Current: 2013 Volvo XC60 R-Design, Rebel Blue, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 2024 MINI Cooper S Convertible, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 6-speed manual Former: 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible, Steel Gray metallic, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed 1998 Saab 900SET 5-door, Silver, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider convertible, Alfa Red, 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-speed 1984 Saab 900T 3-door, Red, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed
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