Whats your method when you downshift

My Habit is one of two options: 1. With S-mode on Depress clutch and downshift then release clutch. 2. With S-mode off turn S-mode on and follow 1. Originally Posted

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Whats your method when you downshift

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My Habit is one of two options:
1. With S-mode on Depress clutch and downshift then release clutch.
2. With S-mode off turn S-mode on and follow 1.

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Originally Posted by Hungry4Real

... I been told from a reference that it is better to downshift in a sequential order to preserve the longevity of the transmission.

As long as the revs are close it makes no difference what gear you select.

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