[Audi A3/S3] Tiptronic

[Zzz]

Hiya

A3 Tiptronic Fsi 2.0 Sports.

As this is my first automatic, i was wondering if someone with more experience could advise me on this. I sometimes find that when wanting to pull out quickly at junctions, i tend to wheelspin! or at least that is the sound i hear. I dont mean i pull out dangerously quick, just that when someone is giving way, seems impolite to let the car slowly wander into position.

Should i be switching over to manual selection (1st gear) or switch to sport and then back again to 'Drive'? I ask because, i had hoped i wouldn't have to deal with any gear changes with an automatic? Oh and, if i select first and dont change back, i can see that the gearbox automatically changes up, but i guess this would cost in terms of fuel economy as it is hold the revs higher before changing?

thanks for the help

Zzzz

[Chav]

Hi mate, if you press the accel too hard, the kick-down feature of the auto sets in... its an annoying trait that I've noticed in all non-quattro Audis.

In the wet, switching to manual selection helps as you have smooth control of the throttle.

After a while, you'll get used to the exact bite point at which the kick-down comes in.

The tip box will change up automatically in manual mode when it reaches the red-line... changing up a bit before it reaches that every now and again will help economy!

[Zzz]

Hiya

Ah right. that also explains the slight delay in power, when hitting the accelerator. It's switching to sports. thanks for the tip . Maybe, i really ought to read the manual someday .

Btw, cool signature. 'the guild of master chavster'. Class

Zzz