Often misdirected, this feature is the overdrive button on the automatic car

YAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – For users of cars with automatic transmissions, they should be familiar with the overdrive (O / D) function. This feature is usually placed on the handle of the transmission lever in the shape of a button that can be pressed to activate it.

Some people think that using these features is to help curb the slowdown. In fact, some think that overdrive is a feature for engine brake In the automatic car. So which assumption is correct?

Woric Matic owner Hermas Efendi Prabowo said if the assumption is a mistake that has already developed in the community.

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“The primary function of overdrive is to limit the gear shift acceleration system. For example, when you are on a steep grade, so that the transmission remains at a low speed, overdrive activates the system so that the speed does not slow down. move at a higher speed, “said Hermas Kompas.com.

Mitsubishi Xpander transmission lever overdrive button

Hermas continued, when driving there will be a feeling like engine brake. However, it does not mean that overdrive is a feature to slow the vehicle down and that it can run more slowly.

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Overdrive can be used when the driver will overtake the vehicle ahead of him. When the lever is in D, the driver simply presses the O / D button on the transmission lever, the automatic transmission gear that is already in position 4 to position 3.

The instantaneous engine speed will also become denser as the needle rpm increases. When the accelerator is pressed deeper, the impact of the engine will be more noticeable than when it is in position D.

“Simply put, overdrive is like shifting from 4th to 3rd gear when transporting a manual car, as a result of the displacement it causes a feeling like the engine brake.” Overdrive is more accurately interpreted as a barrier to automatic transmission, or it can also be used to make car speed more responsive when overtaking, “Hermas said.