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Originally Posted by Xist
How many cars had CVT during OBD-I?
Are there any noises when you release the accelerator? It sounds like a mechanical problem, perhaps one or more dragging brakes. Please take your cold car for a quick drive around the block, accelerate to 30 MPH (45-50 KPH), coast to a stop, and then carefully see if one brake is warmer than the others.
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Not many.
I couldn't detect much of a temperature difference which leads me to suspect that getting thrown back in your seat when letting off the gas is just an idiosyncrasy of primitive CVT-equipped cars struggling with changing ratios.
My question remains for someone to kindly answer, however:
- Is coasting in neutral with engine on in a CVT safe? If so, should it only be utilised when you know you have to come to a stop such that the car can be put back into 'drive' when stationary?