Shifting in TIP, will it damage timing components?

[V2Rider]

Sorry for the new thread, but I just want some clarification on this statement on the web:

"yea the tiptronic isnt a manual but it can feel like one. To do so, let the car rev to mayb 4000rpm, let off so that it sort of lurches forward, shift, then get back on it so the car lurches back again. I dont recommend doing this all the time... but it is fun once in a while wen u want that manual feel. As for downshifting with tiptronic... make sure the rpms r low! Otherwise the car jerks a ton. Also, shifting down early will get u a first class ticket to needing timing belt replacement sooner than normal."

Is this accurate? I have been using TIP allot more now, and this almost makes me want to stop. I just find the car shifting 100% smoother in tip at my own command.

[svirk2]

That quote is not accurate, keep using tip, nothing will get damaged

[V2Rider]

That quote is not accurate, keep using tip, nothing will get damaged

Thanks, I was wondering why the timing belt would fail sooner as stated. I'm always skeptical of internet talk, but I know for information on this subject, this is the best site to get accurate info.

[Jhad]

My car has been driven 90% tip for years, you're good bro

[PDX04a4]

Lol, where did you hear that non-sense? You should post a link so we can flame away, I need some good internet entertainment today. The internet is full of idiots.

[kegobeer]

Lol, where did you hear that non-sense? You should post a link so we can flame away, I need some good internet entertainment today. The internet is full of idiots.

I found it.

http://www.audiforums.com/forum/audi...97/#post174747

[Schweini]

Lol, where did you hear that non-sense? You should post a link so we can flame away, I need some good internet entertainment today. The world is full of idiots.

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