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Old 04-01-2010, 04:23 PM
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Default Re: MPG dropped and luckily found out why
Originally Posted by Ed Mahoney
it is winter & summer mode !!! Starts in second in stead of 1st !!! & also reverse is differant !!! Use a higher gear in reverse so not to spin tires !!! Read the manual !!!!! Thats the winter mode !!!!!
HEY ED, I DID READ THE MANUAL, DID YOU? I DON'T SEE SUMMER ANY WHERE MENTIONED.



And I would have to see documentation about reverse being a different gear ratio in the different programs before I believe that statement.

And I am sure it doesn't skip any high gears. Mine goes through ever gear except first when in "W", just as the manual states.

Max, You will have to explain why it is not the best idea. Starting out in second keeps your from feeling that 1-2 shift you feel about 10 feet from a start. PIA. It is also a softer/easier shift point because it does not hold it in gear as long. My Saturn had the same program options.

James
 
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