I can be a slow learner sometimes.

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Jul 29, 2016 | 06:25 PM

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I can be a slow learner sometimes.

I just realized, after 44,000 miles and almost 2 1/2 years, that I can change the driving mode (Eco, Sport, etc) without stopping first.

Is there anyhting I should avoid, like changing driving modes at highway speed?

Jul 29, 2016 | 06:26 PM

millpond

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Change away (at any speed).

Jul 29, 2016 | 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by millpond

Change away (at any speed).

That's what I thought, thanks.

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Jul 29, 2016 | 09:57 PM

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Don't put it in park at highway speeds.

Jul 30, 2016 | 05:12 AM

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Don't put it in park at highway speeds.

Or reverse.

Jul 30, 2016 | 05:37 AM

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Might not want to change from track or sport if you're in the twisties, steering will go a bit limp on you. At least be ready for it.

Jul 30, 2016 | 06:07 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by F4 Phantom

I just realized, after 44,000 miles and almost 2 1/2 years, that I can change the driving mode (Eco, Sport, etc) without stopping first.

Is there anyhting I should avoid, like changing driving modes at highway speed?

Hmm, I'd feel really bad if I just found that out, except mine is in Sport 95% of the time and I change when it rains or is cold! Then usually when I start! Mine is a September 2013 build.

As many complain, the switch is not the easiest to use. It's all in the wrist. Twist firmly but quickly and see where it lands! Then try again. At first it's a bit like spinning a game wheel. Even with practice, at least on early 2014's which yours, like mine is, I look to see if has just moved one mode.