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Old Jun 28, 2002 | 10:34 AM
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is it bad for the engine if you shift from drive into neutral while still driving? (on tiptronic tran)
and vice versa? neutral to drive while moving?
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Old Jun 28, 2002 | 10:45 AM
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I know that it is not bad for it with a 5 speed. But as for the tiptronic I have no idea.
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Old Jun 28, 2002 | 10:57 AM
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i wouldnt think so, i do it all the time.
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Old Jun 28, 2002 | 02:44 PM
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Yes it is same reason you shouldn't tow an automatic on the drive wheels.
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