How to switch between D gear and S gear in automatic transmission?
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Automatic transmission's D gear and S gear switching method is to directly enter S gear from D gear. The switching between D gear and S gear is not affected by vehicle speed or road conditions, nor does it require stepping on the brake, and can be done at any time. D gear refers to the manual mode of the automatic manual transmission, which can manually control the upshift and downshift of the transmission. When using D gear, there is no need to step on the brake or release the accelerator. S gear is the sports mode of the car, where the transmission can shift freely, but the shifting timing is delayed, keeping the engine at high speed for a longer time. The car moves at low gear and high speed for a longer time, thereby obtaining greater torque output and acceleration.
I often use these gears when driving an automatic transmission car. Shifting is simple: when the car is moving but not at high speed, such as waiting at a red light or coasting slowly, just push the gear lever directly from D to S position with your hand. No need to press the brake, just slide it over. I like to use the S gear when I want to overtake on the highway or climb steep hills—it feels more powerful and accelerates super fast, like giving the engine a boost. But don’t switch randomly while cruising at high speed to avoid malfunctions. In city traffic jams, just stay in D gear for fuel efficiency and smoothness. Different car models might have slightly different operations; some have a Sport button, but the principle is the same—just a flick of the lever. Remember, safety first: only shift at low speeds to avoid accidents.
