1. CPD stabilizes austenite in relation to the γ→α-transformation during subsequent loading if during this more than 50% martensite is formed or there is formation of a cellular dislocation structure. 2. CPD activates subsequent martensite transformation if in this way there is formation of extended dislocations, a certain amount (up to 20%) of martensite, and ɛ-phase. 3. The highest level of strength and ductility properties after CPD may be obtained only with a certain degree of austenite stability. With increased metastability, or conversely austenite stability, CPD with a reduction of more than 20% leads to a marked reduction in steel ductility.