Why does RDX drive better in snow in S mode?
#1
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Why does RDX drive better in snow in S mode?
Anyone know the technical reason for why the RDX drives better in snow while in S mode vs D mode? In heavy snowfall especially on the highway I put it in S mode and find I have better control.
#2
Burning Brakes
Because S Mode = Snow Mode.
Actually, S mode keeps the transmission in lower gears. This provides engine braking when going down hill, and also better throttle response when driving on the highway. When on curves or making a turn, the engine braking and torque helps slow you down and maintain grip. Applying brakes would shift the load and unbalance the chassis.
Actually, S mode keeps the transmission in lower gears. This provides engine braking when going down hill, and also better throttle response when driving on the highway. When on curves or making a turn, the engine braking and torque helps slow you down and maintain grip. Applying brakes would shift the load and unbalance the chassis.
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kurtatx (02-15-2017)
#3
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Thanks! That sounds like a reasonable explanation. I didn't bother to get snow tires though I know they do make a difference in snow. The S mode makes a huge difference in snow and going up steep hills. So glad it's available in the RDX
#4
Pro
A trick for reducing wheel-spin when starting up from a stop, is to place the gear selector in the "S" mode, and then pull the "+" paddle towards you. This will lock the transmission in 2nd gear. With the reduced torque going to the tires they are less likely to lose traction as they would starting in first gear.
#6
I thought S was for sports mode.
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justnspace (02-15-2017)
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Azine Jabroni
I thought it stood for Sequential...?