How to use OverDrive button efficiently

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|Charlie|
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'98 Chrysler Cirrus LXi

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Hi all,


I just got a 240sx Auto. I have a quick question..
How shall I use the OverDrive button efficiently? Only when I go on freeway at around 60mph? Or shall I leave it on all the time?

Please advise. Thanks!

|Charlie| :confused:


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cmkelly
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I just leave mine on all the time. I think if you were driving in the mountains you might turn it off but otherwise enjoy the 28 MPG!

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|Charlie|
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'98 Chrysler Cirrus LXi

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It doesn't do any bad to the car even if you go slow locally?

Also, you get 28MPG? I think mine can only do 24 max :p So jealous!

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-RJ-
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Nope, just leave it on. You want to be in highest gear because it saves you the most gas

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biggie
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Only time to take it off is in stop and go traffic at 35mph or less. It would keep it from changing gears too much.


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