truck pulling a trailer

At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, we know an important part of your ability to care for your transmission lies in your knowledge about how it works. Here is some information on the tow button, if your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with one.

You know to hit the tow button whenever you have a trailer connected. But what exactly does it do? On modern vehicles, it might adjust a lot of parameters, influencing fuel consumption, AWD systems, and traction control. Most importantly, the tow button simply increases the shift points on your transmission.

When this mode is active, your transmission will delay shifting until the RPMs reach a higher than normal rev count, to compensate for the extra weight behind your vehicle. This decreases wear and tear, increases efficiency, and ensures you have enough power at your disposal to pull a load with ease.

For any and all of your transmission repair and maintenance needs, our expert mechanics have you covered. For quality parts, excellent customer service, and the best transmission service shop in Sarasota, call or stop by Nott's Automotive today.



_________________

Thank you for visiting Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL. Count on our automotive repair technicians to keep your car, truck, suv, or van on the roads longer and safer.

Schedule your appointment today BOOK NOW   |   CALL: (941) 379-4321

  • Jasper
  • Asa
  • ASE
  • BG Products
  • Bosch Automotive
  • Bumper to Bumber
  • Be Car Care Aware
  • Cummins Diesel
  • Customer Savings
  • Duramax Diesel
  • Fleet Services
  • Ford Power Stroke Diesel
  • Motorcraft Parts
  • Shuttle Service
  • Synchrony
  • Tech-net
  • Towing
  • Wifi Available

Nott's Automotive

979 S Packinghouse Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Get Directions

location small (941) 379-4321
Email the Shop

SHOP HOURS

Weekdays:   8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Weekends: CLOSED

Make An Appointment