Quote: Originally Posted by Fdlove91101
Can some please post a detailed way of using the shifter so i can manually shift.
You should read through some of the threads here in the CVT Forum where
many people have contributed their experiences and advice. Your question is very similar to the frustration that prompted this thread to get started; the MINI Manual does a poor job of explaining how to use the gearbox.
1) Download the
CVT Functionality Map to give you a "picture" of how the ZF VT1F Gearbox is configured.
2) Read through a couple of the other threads, starting at the beginning. The effort will reward because you'll discover ideas like the 1-D-SD Flick that some people enjoy. This is a very capable gearbox, and it protects itself, so have some fun.
3) Here's just a few of my posts (so I don't play favorites) in this thread related to your question. All those missing numbers in between on this list are the good ideas, debate, and valuable contribution from the group of owners who built this Forum into something useful. More than 16,000 Views from very good people!
5 - re-explains the Selections, after I had it significantly wrong in Post 1.
18 - covers the driving style in each Selection.
21 - expands on the use of Steptronic.
30 - You can't break the gearbox in Steptronic.
74 - Left foot braking works.
82 - Launch technique.
87 - Steptronic at speed on the track.
92 - More reasons why the Cooper CVT works so well.
137 - Target Speed.
144 - Comments on the results of dyno testing linked in 142
146 ,
150 - Cornering technique in Steptronic.
182 - Driving uses of CVT engine braking.
183 - A lengthy description of technique on the track.
225 - Follow-up on technique for the track.
235 - Launch, Starting-out from stop.
249 - Detailed response on Steptronic technique.
254 - Summary of the
CVT Functionality Map .
261 - Mastering the Asphalt Arts.
273 - CVT Break-in.
