How to Shift Gears in a Tiptronic Transmission?

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LaAngelina
07/28/25 8:22pm
The method for shifting gears in a tiptronic transmission is: While driving, release the accelerator, shift the gear lever to the M position. When switching to M mode, there's no need to press the brake or release the accelerator. In M mode, you can shift up or down by moving the gear lever back and forth. The gear operations for a tiptronic transmission are: 1. D is the drive mode, used for normal road driving; 2. R is the reverse gear, which can only be engaged after the car has come to a complete stop; 3. P is the parking gear, to be used when the vehicle is stationary and should be accompanied by engaging the handbrake; 4. L is the low gear, providing greater power output; 5. N is the neutral gear, used when the car is temporarily stopped; 6. W is the winter/snow mode, suitable for driving on slippery or snowy surfaces.
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