12-16-2018, 05:35 PM | #1 |
dp77
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Driving the a8 in manual mode and slowing down?
Im not asking about engine braking or whether it should be done instead of using the brakes
But lets say you're in 5/6th gear and you're coming to a full stop. Should - you apply the brakes and also downshift (whereas engine braking is only downshifts to slow) - apply the brakes in 6th until you come to a stop and then select the lowest gear - apply the brakes and let the computer auto downshift for you (it usually doesn't rev match these) I can't find an answer because every result is about engine braking specifically. because im not sure i pretty much accelerate manually but pop it into drive when slowing to a stop |
12-16-2018, 05:42 PM | #2 |
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I find its always best to let the A8 do it's thing. I didn't like the manual mode for accelerating, cruising, or stopping. So I got a manual!
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12-16-2018, 06:08 PM | #3 |
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I agree with Protovack; let it do its thing unless you want to show off for passengers or pedestrians.
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12-16-2018, 08:22 PM | #4 |
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The A8 is designed to shift better and quicker than I can, and I like to feel the downshifts it does on its own.
That said, in my neighborhood it’s all 25 mph, I like the use the shifter to go thru the first few gears and back down, with the rpms higher than they would be normally, without speeding....all in track mode....it is a nice rumble, and mostly cause I love the sound. |
12-16-2018, 08:39 PM | #5 | |
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but ive been trying to find what the best way to slow down is. and every answer is just don't do it. |
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12-16-2018, 08:43 PM | #6 |
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Yep. Sometimes I've used manual mode to downshift a gear or 2 if I approach a steep downhill with a bit too much speed. Other than that, I don't fiddle with it too much.
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12-16-2018, 09:09 PM | #7 |
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they gave us paddles.. working both directions.. use 'em.
I use manual mode almost constantly.. normally downshift as I come to stops. 105,000 miles like that and I have no issues.
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12-16-2018, 09:26 PM | #8 | |
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I suppose downshifting while braking is probably okay because only downshifting puts the stress on the transmission and engine. and it will automatically downshift if it has to id like to start using them more so trying to find other people's approaches |
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12-16-2018, 10:35 PM | #9 |
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I have always done the first option, brake and downshift. When coming to a complete stop I always go to 3rd and then let it auto shift from there - trying to manually shift down past 3rd to a complete stop seems to result in shaking/jerking - this is a tip I read on these forums awhile ago and I'm glad I found it.
Never had any problems using this method. |
12-17-2018, 12:16 AM | #10 |
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Normally I just let the A8 do its thing. However, a few times in the NorCal hills I've put it in manual mode when having fun with friends, just use it the same as you would a manual.
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12-17-2018, 06:22 PM | #11 | |
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Last edited by Scraps0f; 12-17-2018 at 06:36 PM. Reason: Brother's car is A8 |
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12-17-2018, 06:45 PM | #12 |
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I would downshift to 5th, then double tap the paddles quickly to skip shift to 3rd.
Engine does the rev match, blip the throttle, then music. (*music*engine rev up to 4K RPM, then more *music*exhaust crackle ) Then I will proceed according to 2nd if I come to nearly a stop. I don't always shift to 1st unless I know I need to stop ahead, and need to take off fast. The car can take off in 2nd no issue. Shifting to 1st jerks a bit, so I don't do it often.
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12-17-2018, 08:03 PM | #13 |
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lets it do its thing unless you want lots of pop pops
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12-18-2018, 04:55 AM | #14 |
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Having had a Gen 6 manual and now having a Gen 6 Auto I feel the computer can shift better and more intuitively than manual mode. Manual transmissions in this day and age are an anachronism. Thats why you can't get one on a Ferrari anymore. Sure prop powered air planes are fun but jet engines are far superior.
I use the manual mode exclusively when I'm stuck in slow moving traffic where 1st and second is top speed. |
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