eli5, what does the OD button do on a car and why is it there?

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I’m assuming it’s the overdrive button on the side of my gearshift. 2012 Nissan Altima, base model. Everything I googled assumes I know more than how to change oil. Thanks in advance!!! 😊

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It’s a mode for your car.

Overdrive Off means your car will do it’s best to drive smoothly and with good gas efficiency.

Overdrive On means your car will do it’s best to give you responsive performance when accelerating or decelerating, at the cost of gas efficiency, and more strain on your engine in the long run.

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