How to Know Which Gear You're In?
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Methods to check which gear your car is in are as follows: 1. Primarily observe the tachometer and speedometer: The RPM on the tachometer should generally not exceed 2000 for optimal performance. Start in 1st gear, shift to 2nd when RPM reaches around 1800 and speed is approximately 10 km/h. Similarly for 2nd gear, shift to 3rd when speed exceeds 20 km/h. For gears beyond 3rd, monitor the RPM and shift when it reaches around 2000. The same applies for 4th and 5th gears. 2. Judge by the engine sound: When upshifting, change gears when the engine power is sufficient during driving, indicated by a relaxed engine sound. For downshifting, do the opposite – shift when the engine struggles during driving, noticeable by a heavy engine sound, requiring timely gear changes. In fact, when climbing steep slopes, don't wait until the engine can't handle it before shifting; anticipate slightly to ensure smooth driving.