Pontiac

Im about get a 1995 pontiac grand prix.. and i was wonderin... what is 2nd gear start... theres a switch to turn it on or off... whats it for and what dose it do.. sorry, dont know much about cars... if someone can help... thanks!... - derrick

2nd gear start forces the transmission to use 2nd gear and above when driving. this can be an advantage in slippery conditions(especially snow/ice) by reducing torque on the drive wheels at take-off--thus preventing wheelspin.