I'm guessing the power mode is the same thing as Overdrive. Basically you only want to use power mode if you are hauling something with your vehicle.
A/T - stands for Automatic Transmission. This is your trans. mode switch. Comfort Mode- It shifts quickly and smoothly. Power Mode- It revs up higher before shifting. Auto Mode-It picks power or comfort mode for you, power when you accelerate hard and comfort when you are going normally.
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My 1997 Dodge Avenger automatic transmission stays in 2nd gear a the time. What seams to be the problem?
AnswerYes, the ECT stands for Electronically Controlled Transmission. In the Normal mode you get better efficency and greater mileage. In the Power Mode the transmission shift points are change to allow for more power, at the expense of mileage. According to my Tacoma 2003 Owners Manual, the function of the "ECT PWR" switch / button is located in chapter 'Operations of Instruments and Controls' under the Automatic Transmission section and is quoted as follows:"(i) Driving in "POWER" mode (four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner)In the "POWER" mode, the transmission is shifted up and down at a higher vehicle speed than in the " NORMAL" mode and a more powerful acceleration is achieved. To set the "POWER" mode, push in the driving patter selector button. The POWER mode indicator light comes on.For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends using the "NORMAL" mode to improve fuel economy."It would appear that the power mode would be used when towing something or on a difficult incline.
Automatic headlights are those that will automatically come on when you start the car and should sense the ambient outdoor light and decide whether or not to go to full power mode. (If relative darkness is sensed, full power is used. If relative light is detected, a lower power or 'daytime mode' is used.)
With automatic transmission ( 6 degrees BTDC ) With automatic transmission and dual mode ignition timing ( 12 degrees BTDC ) With manual transmission ( 10 degrees BTDC ) According to motorcraft . com
Yes, a 2000 Honda Prelude with a slap shift transmission can be used in automatic mode. The slap shift feature allows the driver to manually shift gears, but the transmission also has a fully automatic mode where it will shift gears on its own based on speed and throttle input. You can easily switch between manual and automatic modes as needed. Just ensure you follow the vehicle's manual for proper operation.
This switch changes the behaviour of the automatic transmission; in the Power position, the transmission will shift up and down at higher engine speeds. In the comfort position, the upshift points will be limited, i.e. at Wide Open Throttle the shifts will not be at maximum engine RPM as they will be in Power position. The easiest way to demonstrate this is to drive on a highway at approximately 45MPH (70KPH) and force a kickdown (press the gas pedal to the floor). In Comfort mode, the transmission will shift down into third gear from fourth; in Power mode it will shift down into second gear. The difference is very noticeable. From 1991 onwards, the switch connection at the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) was hardwired in Power mode - no switch.
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means you hit the button turning on the power light, which changes the shift pattern on the transmission from economy mode to power mode.
The Power Menu
Stands for Electronic Controlled Transmission. The button switches the transmission between Normal & Power Mode. The Power Mode changes the shift pattern to allow the transmission to up-shift at a higher RPM. For instance the Normal Mode up-shift will occur at 37 mph and the Power Mode up-shift will occur at 47 mph. Fuel economy will suffer in the Power Mode. Normally you would leave it in the Normal Mode unless you want a little more sporty feel.