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Old 05-17-2011, 09:56 PM
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I have a 1995 Dodge Caravan Se 3.3 V-6 4-Speed Automatic...I know this may sound like a stupid question to some of you...But i was wondering...If it is better to drive with the overdrive on or off...This is my first Doge Caravan...So seeking advice on...Some of the goods and bads...Thanks
 
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Old 05-17-2011, 10:09 PM
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It doesn't matter. You will have better gas mileage letting the transmission go into overdrive.
 
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Old 05-18-2011, 05:09 AM
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I would drive with it on unless you are towing a small boat or pop up camper. You wouldn't want to burn out your O/D.
 



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