Another sportshift question
02-13-2004, 08:23 AM
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Another sportshift question
Hey folks,
For those of you who 5AT, can you engage the sportshift at any time? For example, you're driving in "auto" mode on the highway, can you switch to "sportshift" mode for a distance and then back to "auto" mode. In other words, you do NOT have to engage the "sportshift" mode from a complete stop and continue in that mode until you stop again. I know its a stupid question , but I'm new to the sportshift thing.
nshvlltl
For those of you who 5AT, can you engage the sportshift at any time? For example, you're driving in "auto" mode on the highway, can you switch to "sportshift" mode for a distance and then back to "auto" mode. In other words, you do NOT have to engage the "sportshift" mode from a complete stop and continue in that mode until you stop again. I know its a stupid question , but I'm new to the sportshift thing.
nshvlltl
02-13-2004, 08:28 AM
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The answer to your question is yes, you can pull the lever from D over to SS any time you want.
Mike
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Re: L mode...
02-13-2004, 04:05 PM
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Re: Re: L mode...
Acura said:
5-POSITION SHIFT GATE
The new TL benefits from a new 5-position shift gate that simplifies the operation of the transmission. It features a quieter linkage and a speed-controlled reverse lockout solenoid to prevent transmission damage. When operated in automatic mode, the transmission lets the driver choose between D (Drive) and L (Low).
When moved to the Low position, the transmission downshifts to the lowest possible ratio for the current road speed to provide maximum engine braking. If the vehicle continues to slow, the transmission progressively downshifts to maintain engine braking effect. When it has shifted all the way down to first gear, an upshift back to second gear is automatically available if speed increases, but the transmission won't upshift further unless the driver moves the selector back to the D (Drive) position where normal transmission operation resumes.
If you like to have WOV-like accelaration, you can shift to L then go...
5-POSITION SHIFT GATE
The new TL benefits from a new 5-position shift gate that simplifies the operation of the transmission. It features a quieter linkage and a speed-controlled reverse lockout solenoid to prevent transmission damage. When operated in automatic mode, the transmission lets the driver choose between D (Drive) and L (Low).
When moved to the Low position, the transmission downshifts to the lowest possible ratio for the current road speed to provide maximum engine braking. If the vehicle continues to slow, the transmission progressively downshifts to maintain engine braking effect. When it has shifted all the way down to first gear, an upshift back to second gear is automatically available if speed increases, but the transmission won't upshift further unless the driver moves the selector back to the D (Drive) position where normal transmission operation resumes.
If you like to have WOV-like accelaration, you can shift to L then go...
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02-13-2004, 04:06 PM
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Interesting that it shifts for you even in L.
02-13-2004, 06:02 PM
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IMHO, actually, I really wonder if L mode can go further to higher gears. I guess it could. So you could try if your car has completed the recommended break-in period.
WOV = Wide Open Throttle
In 5AT, you just need to kick your pedal down to the bottom... You will know why this car can go 0-60 around 6.5.
WOV = Wide Open Throttle
In 5AT, you just need to kick your pedal down to the bottom...
You will know why this car can go 0-60 around 6.5.
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