How to use the plus and minus in D gear?
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How to use the plus and minus in D gear: Depress the brake pedal and press the one-touch start button; Place the automatic gear lever in the D position to enter manual mode; Push the gear lever forward once to increase one gear; Pull the gear lever backward once to decrease one gear. D gear is a common gear in automatic transmission models, usually located in the middle-rear position of the gear console, behind the N gear, designed to automatically select gears when the car is moving forward. D gear is a forward gear, but forward gears are not limited to D gear, they also include M gear, S gear, L gear, and numerically labeled restricted gears such as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gears.
I've been driving automatic transmission cars for over 20 years, often taking long trips in mountainous areas. The D-gear plus/minus function is quite practical, especially when going downhill on winding mountain roads. Gently pushing it to the minus sign for downshifting provides noticeable engine braking, preventing wheel slippage without constantly stepping on the brakes. I also use this trick when overtaking on flat roads - downshifting gives quicker acceleration and more stable overtaking, but be careful not to let the RPM reach the red zone to avoid engine damage. It's best to read the manual first to familiarize yourself with the operation location, usually near the gear lever or behind the steering wheel. This function adds driving pleasure and saves some brake pads, but beginners should practice in an open area to get familiar with the feeling before hitting the road.
