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Automatic transmission driving modes?

posted by  jda2000 on  Wed Mar 26 12:34 CST 2003
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my '98 v70 GLT AT has 3 trasmission modes(3 buttons behind the shifter) : S, E and W.
The owners manual only talks about the W winter transmission mode. What do the other two modes do or don't do? which one for regular driving.

Thanks for your input.
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John '88 240, '92 740 Tampa Bay








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    Automatic transmission driving modes?

    posted by  Rick850R on  Wed Mar 26 12:41 CST 2003
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    S- Sport mode: gear change is associated with higher rpm shift points.

    E- Economy mode: gear change is associated with lower rpm shift points.

    W- The transmission starts out from stop in 3rd gear to improve traction.

    For general all aroung driving the economy mode will usually suffice. For driving in mountain areas you may want sport mode for improved drop down for passing or hill climbing.

    Rick in Denver








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      Automatic transmission driving modes?

      posted by  jda2000 on  Wed Mar 26 12:57 CST 2003
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      Thanks Rick for your response.

      I bet you drive your 850R in Sport mode in Denver.

      Enjoy
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      John , Tampa Bay








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        Automatic transmission driving modes?

        posted by  Rick850R on  Thu Mar 27 03:45 CST 2003
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        Your're welcome!

        Believe it or not, mostly economy. When I need it, I tweek the button to sport. I do not drive my car hard simply because it is an R, although I do get on it once in a while.:-)

        Rick in Denver







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