How to Use the Manual Mode in a Semi-Automatic Transmission Car?

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NoahFitz
07/30/25 2:58am
Semi-automatic transmission combines both manual and automatic shifting modes in a vehicle. The steps to use the manual mode in a semi-automatic transmission car are: 1. Shift the gear lever downward into the D (Drive) position; 2. Push the gear lever to the left; 3. Push the lever forward to shift up one gear, and pull it backward to shift down one gear. Functions of the transmission: 1. Alter the gear ratio to expand the range of torque and speed variations at the drive wheels, adapting to frequently changing driving conditions while keeping the engine operating under favorable conditions; 2. Enable the car to reverse while maintaining the engine's rotational direction; 3. Utilize neutral gear to interrupt power transmission, allowing the engine to start, idle, and facilitating gear shifts or power output.
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