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Feb 26, 2014 | 08:13 AM

#16

lunarx

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Go123

I recall it was holding around 4000 rpms, when it downshifted it was at least 2 gears and then accelerated fast. It was just strange for a moment to be in limbo, as if both clutches disengaged while it figured out I wanted to move fast.

That does seem strange.
I would expect it to keep the clutch engaged, untill it decides what shift to make.
Why free rev in confusion, when it could just upshift 1 gear and then downshift 3 gears in the same amount of time?
At least it would continue accelerating that way and still net you a 2 gear drop.

Mar 5, 2014 | 09:25 AM

#17

bccars

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Go123

This is directly from the manual implying full throttle is the point short of pressing the kick down button.

Kickdown
The kickdown function is active in selector-lever positions D and M.

For optimum acceleration, e.g. when overtaking, press the accelerator pedal beyond the full-throttle point (kickdown).
The transmission shifts down depending on the speed of travel and engine speed.

It seems you are right then !
I'll check to see if the European manual states the same ...