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Revo1 · 06-22-2013, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by GunnyG

This is how I drive. Makes the L99 a little more fun.

Angrybird 12 · 06-22-2013, 02:35 PM

Before I put on my exhaust I mostly drove in D, since then I usually drop it into Sport for general driving and when in town or the backroads I drive in Manual, on the highway I am usually in Drive.

Dtrimpi87 · 06-22-2013, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by GunnyG

This is how I drive. Makes the L99 a little more fun.

Especially once its tuned

ExCrystal · 06-22-2013, 02:49 PM

I'd say...

60% in M mode - usually on highway so my car doesn't down-shift when unnecessary.
30% is S mode - around town, commuting to school.
10% in D mode - usually when I'm babying my car lol.

Scooter11 · 06-22-2013, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by RacnJsn95

"D" for me... This stupid 2LS doesn't have sport mode, so Manual mode is just about useless... It reminds me more of Tow/Haul mode that trucks have.

I share your frustration

oldfriend · 06-22-2013, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by pannhead51

70% in D, 20% in M, 10% in S ...depends on how frisky I'm feeling

And the last 10% ?

Scooter11 · 06-22-2013, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by oldfriend

And the last 10% ?

What? That adds up to 100%!

Math is clearly not your strong suit

SSGUNNER · 06-22-2013, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Revo1

Why not.

I know right?

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Originally Posted by Scooter11

What? That adds up to 100%!

Math is clearly not your strong suit

*mlee* · 06-22-2013, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Revo1

Why not.

To me tapshift has no performance wise purpose.

It's totally useless on the track, but if you get a kick out of using it around town then great. Just not for me.

Scooter11 · 06-22-2013, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by SSGUNNER

Pretty scary, huh? Still funny though, sorry oldfriend

PalmerGA · 06-22-2013, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by BreakingBad

someone educate me...I've exclusively driven in "D", with my 2LT automatic. I've never owned a manual car, let alone driven one. That being said, I've also never used paddle shifters.

I see many talking about using "S" mode in the city, while on the highway use "D"...few questions (i'm a dummy, cars aren't really my hobby moreover just a nice car that i happen to like)

1.) Manual. If I were to switch into Manual mode in my Automatic, how exactly...do I drive the damn thing? LOL again I've never driven a manual or know how to, so if I ever feel adventurous I'd like to know exactly how to shift, when to shift, which paddles to use and when, etc.

Assuming the LT auto tranny works the same way as the SS auto tranny - and I believe it does:

Simply shifting into "M" (Manual Mode) puts your tranny in Sport Mode (see #2). Your tranny will not actually go into Manual shift mode unless you use your tap shifters (either + [right side] or - [left side]). If you do this, you can upshift (+) or downshift (-) through the gears by tapping the shifters. When you are using the tap shifters, there will be a "M" to the left of the odometer. This allows you to control the shift points and you can go to higher RPMs in each gear without going really fast. Try it - you really should know your car's capabilities, even if you never use them again. And don't worry... the computer won't allow you to tear up your tranny.

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2.) Sport mode. What exactly is this? What's the difference between sport mode and normal 'drive' mode? I do a lot of city driving, is it better to be in S mode? Do I have to shift in this mode, or is it essentially still an automatic in this mode?

Instead of shifting into D, shift into M. You will see a "S" to the left of your odometer. This stands for "Sport Mode". The only difference between that and regular Drive mode is that the automatic shift points are different. In sport mode, you will feel the tranny staying in each gear a little longer. It is still fully automatic, it just feels more, well... "sporty". Try it. It feels good.

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3.) Traction control - when is it beneficial to use this and to not use it? I do not race, probably never will. Although, there are times I do want to pass some people on the highway - is it beneficial to turn this off to gain speed or something?

You should have TC on all the time. It is a safety feature that engages if your car starts to slip or slide. There is no speed (or any other) advantage as far as highway driving. If you want to burn up some rubber, you should disengage TC. Other than that - it's best to just leave it alone.

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yes, i'm a noob. shame me all you want

We've all been there. That's part of what this forum is for. Seriously though, ask questions, read your manual, get to know your car.

SIN R G · 06-22-2013, 04:08 PM

99.9% of the time in manual mode. It takes me .1 to get it into manual mod.

PalmerGA · 06-22-2013, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SIN R G

99.9% of the time in manual mode. It takes me .1 to get it into manual mod.

Frank in MD · 06-22-2013, 04:11 PM

S & M.

Wait, what are we talking about?

View Poll Results: What MODE do you drive in the most?
Do you do most of your driving in "D"	109	50.46%
Do you do most of your driving in "S"	74	34.26%
Do you do most of your driving in "M"	33	15.28%
Voters: 216. You may not vote on this poll

06-22-2013, 02:35 PM	#30
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06-22-2013, 04:11 PM	#42
Frank in MD Raining Blood Drives: 2014 SS Performance Sedan Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: facebook Posts: 2,683	S & M. Wait, what are we talking about? __________________ Ordered 1/9/12 - Born 2/3/12 - Delivered 2/21/12 - '12 1SS/RS Summit White - TRADED. 2014 SS Performance Sedan #2974 - Red Hot 2 - S/R. & Spare. Built 01/09/14 #238 of 291 as configured

06-22-2013, 02:49 PM	#32
ExCrystal Drives: 2017 2SS NGM Join Date: May 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 149	I'd say... 60% in M mode - usually on highway so my car doesn't down-shift when unnecessary. 30% is S mode - around town, commuting to school. 10% in D mode - usually when I'm babying my car lol.

06-22-2013, 04:08 PM	#40
SIN R G Drives: 2008 VW R32, 2011 Synergy Green 2SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Randolph, Wisconsin Posts: 1,544	99.9% of the time in manual mode. It takes me .1 to get it into manual mod.