Do I need to press the button when shifting gears in the xrv?

[Taylor]

xrv can shift from p to d without pressing the button, but shifting from d to r must press the button, otherwise it cannot shift gears. Automatic transmission: Automatic transmission cars refer to models equipped with automatic transmissions. Car transmissions are divided into automatic and manual. The p gear is the parking gear, used for long-term parking of the vehicle; the r gear is the reverse gear, engaged when the vehicle needs to move backward; the n gear is the neutral gear, used when the vehicle is parked for a short time without turning off the engine; the d gear is the drive gear, when the gear lever is placed in d, the vehicle will automatically shift gears based on throttle opening and speed data; the s gear is the sport mode, making the vehicle drive more sporty; the m gear refers to the manual mode, when the gear lever is shifted to m, gear shifting is done manually by the driver; the l gear is the low gear. Shifting precautions: When driving an automatic transmission car, first ensure the gear is in n or p before starting the engine, and always remember to press the brake when starting. Gear shifting should be timely, accurate, decisive, and quick, avoiding sluggishness; accelerate before upshifting, decelerate before downshifting.

[NatalieLynn]

I used to drive a Honda XR-V, and whether you need to press a button to shift depends on the specific gear. When shifting into P (Park) or R (Reverse), you must press the button on top of the gear lever to move it—after all, reversing and parking are risky operations, so the manufacturer added this safety feature to prevent accidental shifts. Shifting into D (Drive) or N (Neutral) is much easier, requiring no extra force from your fingers. This design is actually quite thoughtful. Once, when I was teaching a beginner friend to drive, she accidentally tried to shift into reverse and nearly hit a wall, but the button stopped her. I recommend familiarizing yourself with the gear layout before driving, as button placement varies by manufacturer, but Honda’s logic is very consistent across its models.

[DiJoy]

As a mechanic with five years of experience, I can disassemble the XRV's gear-shifting rules blindfolded. It adopts a dual safety mechanism combining a mechanical gear lever and an electronic lock. Only the high-risk gears R (Reverse) and P (Park) require button presses. Engaging these gears directly affects the meshing state of the transmission gears, and without the button lock, accidental touches while driving could cause severe mechanical damage. D (Drive) and N (Neutral) don't have locks due to their high daily operation frequency. The button-unlock mechanical structure first detects brake signals before releasing—this thoughtful design minimizes the hassle of repeatedly pressing buttons at traffic lights.

[JustinMarie]

Just picked up the new XRV last week, and the gear shifting operation is even smarter than expected. The only scenarios requiring button use are when reversing or parking: you need to press the square button on top of the gear lever to shift into R or P. Other driving modes are very smooth, especially when shifting to N at a red light—just push the lever directly, and a light push to D gets you moving forward. The salesperson specifically highlighted the anti-misoperation feature of the button during pickup, and it indeed proves worry-free in practice. This design is especially friendly to new drivers—my wife didn’t fumble on her first drive, avoiding the risk of shifting gears incorrectly while driving.