In the case of the Hyundai Atos 1.0, the overdrive gear ratio is 0.83:1. This means that for every revolution of the engine, the output shaft of the transmission will turn 0.83 times. This reduces engine RPMs by about 17%.
Overdrive can be used to improve fuel efficiency by reducing engine RPMs at higher speeds. This is especially beneficial for long-distance highway driving. However, overdrive should not be used in situations where the engine needs to produce more power, such as when accelerating or climbing a hill.
To use overdrive in the Hyundai Atos 1.0, simply press the "O/D" button on the gearshift. The "O/D Off" light will illuminate on the instrument panel when overdrive is turned off.
Here are some tips for using overdrive in the Hyundai Atos 1.0:
- Use overdrive when driving at highway speeds (over 50 mph).
- Turn off overdrive when accelerating or climbing a hill.
- Use overdrive when you want to improve fuel efficiency.
- Avoid using overdrive when you need more power from the engine.
