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Originally posted by red95svx
Some members (such as myself), like putting the tranny in manual mode and shifting through the gears ourselves. I realize that you don't NEED to put the tranny in manual mode in order to do this, but it is a lot less likely to downshift and upshift on its own if you do. Subaru also says that putting the tranny in manual mode forces it to use a "more agressive AWD map", possibly giving the car a different feeling due to changes in torque distribution. Does it make the car faster? Probably not, but it is fun!!
Dave
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Hi Dave, yes when it is in Manual Mode, the TCU applies the transfer clutch, much earlier than normal and with more pressure. This is because, this Mode is for use in slippery conditions, so the slight binding that will occur, will not be a problem on the slippery surface.
Harvey.
