How to Operate the Reverse Gear in Jetta?

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MacPatrick
07/29/25 7:04pm
Jetta reverse gear simply requires shifting the gear lever to the R position. Below is additional information: 1. Function of R gear: R gear = Reverse, indicating the vehicle is in reverse mode. When the lever is placed in this position, the hydraulic system's reverse gear circuit is engaged, causing the drive wheels to rotate in reverse for backward movement. Typically, the safety button on the lever must be pressed to move it to the "R" position. It is important to note that the vehicle must be completely stopped before shifting to "R" gear; otherwise, the transmission may be damaged. 2. Introduction to Jetta: Jetta is a car brand under the Chinese joint venture of the German Volkswagen Group. Its first model, the Jetta (Jetta-MK1), was launched in Europe in 1979. Structurally, the Jetta is essentially a Golf with an added trunk, making it a derivative of the Golf.
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