Can an automatic transmission car coast in neutral when going downhill?

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OHector
07/24/25 8:06pm
An automatic transmission car should not coast in neutral when going downhill. On downhill sections, coasting in neutral is strictly prohibited. The driver must engage an appropriate gear to utilize the engine's braking effect to reduce the vehicle's coasting speed. Brakes should be used cautiously on downhill slopes. Before descending, test the brake performance to ensure it is in good condition, and only proceed after any malfunctions have been resolved. Here are precautions for downhill driving: 1. Use the steering wheel gently on downhill sections. Avoid sudden steering movements to prevent rollovers caused by high inertia, excessive speed, or improper steering. 2. For automatic transmission vehicles, maintain speed within a controllable range when going downhill. Combine low gear with brake usage to avoid prolonged braking that may lead to brake failure. Apply brakes when entering curves to complete the turn, then release the brakes and re-engage low gear after the curve.
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