How to Drive a Toyota Prado Automatic Transmission?
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When starting an automatic transmission vehicle, the gear must and can only be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position. However, some models can only be started in P gear for safety considerations. Do not coast in neutral. If the vehicle breaks down, it cannot be towed with a tow rope and must be transported on a flatbed truck.
I've been driving off-road vehicles for many years, and the Toyota Land Cruiser automatic transmission is very easy to operate. First, sit in the car and fasten your seatbelt, press the brake pedal to start the engine—if it's a push-button start, hold the button or turn the key. After starting, keep your foot on the brake and shift the gear from P directly to D, then release the brake and gently press the accelerator to move. When driving on city roads, avoid accelerating too aggressively; this type of SUV has a heavy body, and pressing the throttle too hard can waste fuel and be unsafe. On steep slopes, you can switch to manual mode and downshift to enhance power and prevent rolling back. When parking, always ensure the car is completely stopped before shifting back to P and engaging the handbrake. For off-roading, switch to H4 four-wheel-drive mode, and use L4 low gear for wading through water to maintain stability—control your speed to avoid excessive bouncing. Driving the Land Cruiser on the highway is also very comfortable, with light and precise steering.
First time test driving my friend's Toyota Prado automatic transmission, I was a bit nervous, but the actual operation was super convenient. To start, press the brake firmly and press the ignition button or turn the key, and the car starts. Then shift gears by pressing the brake, move from P to D, release the brake, and you're ready to go. The throttle response is quite quick, and the acceleration in the city is smooth, not as heavy as imagined. When turning, the steering is slightly heavy but feels solid, and the high driving position ensures safety. When parking, remember to press the brake, shift to N, engage the handbrake, and then switch to P to protect the transmission. For daily driving, you can use the eco mode to save fuel, and the seats are comfortable for long-distance driving without fatigue. When encountering rainy days, driving the Prado uphill is stable and doesn't slip.
