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Originally Posted by PaleMelanesian
In some cases, but not always. For example, Honda automatics will hold it in gear and engine-brake if you leave it in D. That's not coasting. When I drive the Odyssey, I'm constantly shifting D-N-D-N to get any real coasting.
Some vehicles' transmissions are programmed to go into a nearly neutral state automatically, like what you're describing. GM trucks come to mind from my experience.
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Precisely what I do. I had a Riviera that would coast the same in gear as neutral. My guess would be they unlock the converter while staying in top gear, which also allows you to reengage the gears smoothly with maybe a slight throttle blip when reengaging at high speeds.
Coasting in neutral can net you periods of 100+MPG, never avoid them. The Sentra will shift to neutral and back to drive without having to even touch a button.
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Mech