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Answer Overdrive is to be used in everyday use. You should turn off the OD when you are hauling a load. If you are hauling a lot, the OD off just keeps the overdrive gear from kicking in so that the gearing stays lower than the 1 to 1 ratio that the over drive gives. OD off allows lower gearing which means the engine has less load placed on it. The engine will rev a little higher, but that won't hurt anything. Answer When a vehicle is climbing in hilly roads, the gear changes in the transmission are very frequent. The OverDrive button/switch can be used to prevent the vehicle from switching into a Top Gear. That subsequently increases the RPM of the engine and gives better performance. Overdrive simply means the Top Gear. It should be used on highways or in open road driving only. Do not use it in frequent stop start conditions. Answer You use an overdrive when the engine is not straining, i.e., the road is not going up but rather going down, or your car is not loaded with heavy weights like passengers or goods, and you want to save gasoline. AnswerIt should be used at highway speeds of over 55 mph, but its OK to have it on all the time since your car wont shift into overdrive until the conditions are right (speed and RPM). Answer You will use it when you are cruising along on the freeway/dual-carriageway/autobahn. Anytime you are maintaining a steady speed and don't expect to slow down or brake for awhile. Answer When I have owned vehicles with automatic transmissions, I used overdrive on the interstates. And this was only if I was approaching 60 MPH on level ground.
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When to use overdrive 2000 Nissan Altima?
its always best to use your overdrive when on highways at higher speeds
When do you use overdrive on your mondeo automatic?
It is best to use overdrive at speeds above 55 miles per hour. Overdrive maximizes your fuel mileage at high speeds.
Should you use overdrive in the city?
not recommended overdrive is for cruising at highway speed
When do you use overdrive in an automatic car?
If an automatic car is in off overdrive does it save fuel
Did Randy Orton always use the RKO as his finisher?
No he used to use the overdrive. Before the R.K.O it was the Overdrive and the Complete Shot
When not to use overdrive?
When towing a trailer.
What is the proper use for the overdrive feature for a Ford Explorer V8?
Overdrive allowed is the NORMAL position
Where is the overdrive located on a 2000 Subaru Outback?
Subaru does not use a separate overdrive unit, if that is what you are asking. For many years, overdrive is simply another gear in the transmission.
Do you supposed to leave your overdrive on while driving?
Overdrive is the normal position - if you are in hilly areas and find the transmission keeps shifting back and forth between overdrive and drive , you can use the overdrive cancel switch to shut off the overdrive feature and if you are towing something you also want to shut off the overdrive
What is the function of an overdrive?
Overdrive just lets the car use the lowest gear. Without overdrive you are probably only using 3 gears, and with it you are probably using 4.
Should you use your overdrive while towing your camper?
No. Overdrive should be turned off when towing any trailer.
Do you put a 2005 Jeep Wrangler in overdrive when not towing?
I am a bit confused. Overdrive is a high gear used for highway purposes. You should always try to use overdrive unless the Jeep is under a heavy load or climbing hills. Thus when towing it's probably best to not to use overdrive.
