How to use the gear lever of CS85?

[LeLondyn]

The usage method of the CS85 gear lever is as follows: 1. The Changan CS85 new car adopts an electronic gear lever and electronic handbrake, which are excellent in creating a sense of technology and space utilization. 2. The gear lever is very compact in shape, surrounded by keyless start buttons, driving mode adjustment levers, and electronic handbrake buttons. Operate according to the buttons. The following is a related introduction to the Changan CS85: 1. The CS85 is based on the Changan CS75 and is also the first coupe SUV model under the Changan brand. 2. The front face of the new car adopts Changan's latest family-style design language, and the grille shape is very similar to that of the Raeton CC and the new Eado, except that the area is proportionally enlarged. 3. The headlights are LED light sources, connected to the air intake grille and decorated with a lot of chrome, providing excellent visual effects. 4. The Changan CS85 is equipped with Dunlop GRANDTREK (Dare to Cross) series SUV-specific tires, with specifications of 225/60R18, and the rims are 18-inch two-tone design.

[DeAlexis]

I've been driving the CS85 for over half a year, and its electronic gear shifter is quite user-friendly. Just press the P button to park, and when reversing, hold the left button while pressing the brake and pull back to R gear. For normal driving, push forward to D gear, and if you want sport mode, push down further to S gear. Remember to press the brake when shifting gears, otherwise the shifter won't move. When stopping at a red light, shift to N gear and engage the handbrake to prevent rolling. The car also has a manual mode—just push right when in D gear to use paddle shifters, which is great for mountain roads. Don't shift gears immediately after a cold start; wait for the RPM to drop before operating, as it's better for the transmission. The electronic shifter responds quickly, making gear changes much faster than old mechanical shifters.

[DiWalker]

Just started getting familiar with the CS85, and the gear lever layout is very clear. The P (Park) button is an independent button on top—just a light press to lock the car. For reverse gear, you need to operate simultaneously: press the brake with your left foot while pressing the unlock button on the side with your right hand and pulling the gear lever down. For D (Drive) gear, simply push it forward once, which is sufficient for normal driving. To accelerate and overtake, push it further forward to engage S (Sport) mode, and the dashboard will turn red. For temporary stops, shift to N (Neutral), but remember to engage the electronic parking brake. When shifting gears, I’m used to checking the gear indicator on the dashboard first to avoid mistakes. For automatic transmission models, avoid coasting in neutral, especially downhill, as it can damage the transmission. If you're new to the car, it's recommended to practice shifting gears a few times in an open area.

[LeahMarie]

The electronic gear shift mechanism design of the CS85 is quite clever. The shift lever logic follows a linear push-pull structure, with solenoids achieving the locking function. Engaging P-gear triggers a pawl to lock the driveshaft, while R-gear reversely activates the hydraulic unit. Switching between D/S gears only alters the transmission logic program, with S-gear delaying upshifts to increase RPM. Notably, shifting must trigger the brake linkage signal—a dual safeguard against misoperation. Manual mode is actually an electronically simulated downshift lock, achieved through precise control of the clutch pressure plate by the TCU. For long-term maintenance, it's recommended to replace the damping oil of the electronic shift lever every two years to prevent sticking.

[Santana]

The CS85 is particularly worry-free for female drivers. The gear shift lever has just a few positions: press P to light up the green indicator, and pull it all the way back while braking to reverse. Normally, pushing it all the way forward engages automatic driving, and the steering wheel comes with paddle shifters for added convenience. In the morning, I prefer to power on first, wait for the self-check to complete, then press the brake to shift gears. For long traffic lights, I shift to neutral and pull the handbrake, so my foot doesn’t have to stay on the brake. The car has a misoperation prevention design—you can’t shift into R when the speed exceeds 5 km/h. The key is to remember to press the brake when shifting gears and avoid abrupt movements, as the electronic lever is very sensitive.

[JaydenFitz]

A veteran driver with twenty years of experience says that the CS85's electronic gear shift is much more effortless than traditional gear levers. The shifting logic is straightforward: press P for parking, pull all the way down for reverse, and push all the way up for drive. Three key tips: when parking on a slope, engage the handbrake before shifting to P; wait for the RPM to stabilize before shifting when the engine is cold; avoid shifting to neutral during temporary stops with start-stop activated. The transmission tuning is well done—D mode upshifts promptly for fuel efficiency, while S mode downshifts quickly. In emergencies, don't panic—pressing P while driving automatically shifts to neutral and applies the brakes. The biggest advantage of the electronic gear lever is its protection against misoperation, and once familiar, one-handed operation becomes exceptionally smooth.