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Old 02-04-11, 03:12 PM
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I notice when coming to a stop there is a noticeable downshift to 1st with engine braking. Anyone else notice this? Also when starting out under very light acceleration I notice a slight shift out of first...
Old 02-07-11, 11:56 AM
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Have noticed this on my 08 Lexus. Do not notice it every time I slow down.
When I notice it, seems like it dropped into first at a little higher speed than it should have. If so, that could account for the braking effect being felt.
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A lot of cars these days with auto transmissions will shift out of 1st gear quickly under light acceleration to improve gas mileage.

Mine does it too.
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