Re: IML: D or N

["Klebert L. Hall" <swampyankee@xxxxxxx>]

>From: "57phil " <57phil@xxxxxxx>
>Subject: IML: AT at stop: N or D ?
>
>Hi all,
>
>We're debating on our french forum about Automatic Transmission
>and especially what to do when you stop (at a red light or "stop &
>go" heavy traffic) for a while ?
>1- Put the trans in N
>2- Leave the trans  in D
>Some say you must put in N to avoid increase of ATF fluid, other
>say to rest in D to avoid multiple engaging of clutches-band which
>can wear them..

   D. I'm not sure which causes more of what kind of wear, but there's
nothing in the manual about shifting into neutral at these times. The
Torqueflite will last an exceptionally long time under even severe use, I
don't see much point in being extra-careful with it.

      -Kle.
      '69 Crown 4DHT




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