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Drive mode select don't feel right.
So after having my 350F for 2 weeks I'm starting to think my Drive mode is off. Starting with the dampers, they don't feel any different when going from Normal to Sport/+. Steering is noticeable, but opposite of what I think is correct. In Sport/+ the steering is lighter than in Normal and don't feel more precise. I don't have another 350F to test at the moment, but I'm hoping to stop by the dealer asap to get this sorted out.
Throttle response and transmission, however, is functioning correctly. It could be me, but I'm pretty sure softer/stiffer suspension would be noticeable to my ass. Anyone have this issue, or it's pretty normal? My theory is Normal mode is stuck on stiff for dampers and steering. |
The dampening quickness is what changes in sport and even more in sport +. It's very noticeable compared to normal as ride becomes harsher in those modes.
If the suspension was currently stuck in stiffest mode, you would feel every road imperfection. |
Originally Posted by unowned
(Post 8584362)
The dampening quickness is what changes in sport and even more in sport +. It's very noticeable compared to normal as ride becomes harsher in those modes.
If the suspension was currently stuck in stiffest mode, you would feel every road imperfection. |
suspension stiffens in Sport+ not Sport. I think only transmission and throttle get more responsive in Sport, not steering or suspension
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The only notable thing that happens in Sport/+ are the Throttle response and transmission. Steering does feel ever so slightly lighter.
At the "stealership", before I purchased the car, The SA told me he could actually feel the steering wheel tighten up in sport/+ mode. Can anyone confirm that the steering does indeed tighten up? |
Originally Posted by Celledral
(Post 8584902)
The only notable thing that happens in Sport/+ are the Throttle response and transmission. Steering does feel ever so slightly lighter.
At the "stealership", before I purchased the car, The SA told me he could actually feel the steering wheel tighten up in sport/+ mode. Can anyone confirm that the steering does indeed tighten up? |
Originally Posted by Celledral
(Post 8584902)
The only notable thing that happens in Sport/+ are the Throttle response and transmission. Steering does feel ever so slightly lighter.
At the "stealership", before I purchased the car, The SA told me he could actually feel the steering wheel tighten up in sport/+ mode. Can anyone confirm that the steering does indeed tighten up? |
for sure Sport+ tightens steering too, I havent messed around much in Sport, id rather go to +
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Originally Posted by dojoman
(Post 8584984)
If you don't have VGRS you would not feel steering difference from normal to S/S+. If you do have VGRS you would feel stiffer steering in S+.
Sport Mode Throttle sensitivity increased Shifts held longer in automatic mode Sport+ Mode Throttle sensitivity increased Shifts held longer in automatic mode Steering sensitivity decreases Shocks stiffen |
Originally Posted by carderoni
(Post 8585057)
This is incorrect, the steering does tighten up in Sport+ mode on the AWD model which does not have VGRS as an option.
Sport Mode Throttle sensitivity increased Shifts held longer in automatic mode Sport+ Mode Throttle sensitivity increased Shifts held longer in automatic mode Steering sensitivity decreases Shocks stiffen |
Originally Posted by dojoman
(Post 8585092)
Then what's the point of VGRS aside from telescoping feature? :uh: Is it possible it's included in AWD?
In my 350 non F Sport, going into Sport mode reduces the assist in the steering, making it feel much heavier than when in normal or eco modes. Very noticeable at parking speeds... |
Originally Posted by dojoman
(Post 8585092)
Then what's the point of VGRS aside from telescoping feature? :uh: Is it possible it's included in AWD?
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Just took it out again and played with the settings. I can confirm that my steering does not stiffen up or feel heavier in sport/+ mode. Dang, just got the car and looks like I already have an issue. The last thing I bought new was an xbox one a few weeks ago and the controller handle feels extremely loose. Looks like my luck isn't that great with new things.
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