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Discussion in 'Powertrain' started by skyy, Jan 18, 2005.

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    skyy Guest

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    Auto Transmission

    i always use O/D button if i want to decrease the speed,
    i am thinking it acts like an engine brake, but
    will it hurt my auto transmission?
    and do you shift your gear to Neutral if you stop at a red light :?:
    skyy, Jan 18, 2005
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    gsmurf187 Guest

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    I do the same thing....My tranny seems fine I have 30k on my rolla and ive been doin it since ive gotten it, It allows extends the life of your brakes....it may hurt your tranny tho I dont really know...
    gsmurf187, Jan 19, 2005
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    dare2drvfast Guest

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    it shouldn't hurt your tranny becuase the car will downshift into 3rd on its own when pressing lightly on the brake and going down hill
    dare2drvfast, Jan 24, 2005
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    Is it cheaper to replace the brakes or getting a tranny fixed/replaced ? :idea:
    nomes, Jan 27, 2005
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    gsmurf187 Guest

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    That question doesn't need to be asked since down-shifting using the od button doesnt harm the tranny. Maybe if you downshifting to like second gear to slow the car down but not to third
    gsmurf187, Jan 27, 2005
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