Can Automatic Transmission Cars Be Put in Neutral Gear?
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Automatic transmission cars should not be put in neutral gear. The following are the hazards of shifting to neutral: 1. Damage to the Transmission: Automatic transmission cars are typically designed with computer-controlled gear shifting or automatic fuel supply/cutoff systems, unlike manual transmission vehicles. Coasting in neutral does not achieve fuel savings. Moreover, the design of automatic transmissions differs from manual transmissions, and prolonged coasting in neutral can damage the transmission. 2. Damage to Friction Plates: When coasting in neutral (N gear), the difference between the vehicle's speed and the engine's RPM can lead to insufficient oil pressure in the hydraulic lines of the automatic transmission. This not only increases friction and reduces lubrication effectiveness but also damages the friction plates inside the automatic transmission.