I have noticed that when I shift SS into 3rd at 90 it does not really want to do it (everyone knows that). But "3" blinks for a second or two. So, while it is blinking, if you let go off the gas pedal, it will complete the shift into 3rd.

 

Good observation. We've all known this for years now. Do a search for a more indepth look at this "feature". You'll find lots of discussion about this, the pros and the cons. Hell, you'll even find people saying that the SS is crippled by this "problem".

 

I have never been able to downshift to 3rd past 85. I'm not sure by letting off the gas made you go below 85, but at 110 you can let off the gas all you like and it still wont downshift to 3rd unless you are under 85. (~110 is the top speed of 3rd BTW.)

One thing I DIDNT know though was that it'll continue to downshift provided the number is still blinking. Usually I'd move the level down twice. So thanks for the heads up.

 

heck... i downshift from 5 to 2 going 65 last night...2... is this safe to do?

 

if it let u to shift, u wouldn't blow ur engine...

but don't do it too often coz ur tranny will out soon

 

kensteele, I really thought that my observation was new.

I knew about letting off the gas pedal before downshifting. But that way, I think you lose too much speed.

My way is - with the foot hard on gas click, click down, momentarily ease off the gas while "3" is blinking and then as soon as it competes shifting into 3-rd, stomp the gas again.

 

Oh, ok I re-read it again. That does makes sense.