Should I use S gear or L gear for steep slopes?
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Both S gear and L gear can be used for uphill driving. Here is relevant information about S gear and L gear: 1. S gear: (1) S gear, short for 'sport' in English, is the sport mode. In many car models, it's called the sport mode. Fuel consumption will increase in this mode. S gear is often used for overtaking, climbing slopes, etc. (2) The principle of S gear is: when engaged, the engine maintains higher RPMs, causing the car to shift up slowly or shift down early, delivering torque output similar to manual transmission cars. 2. L gear: The function of L gear is to limit the car's gear to low speeds, preventing the transmission from frequently shifting up or down automatically. This allows the car to reduce speed and increase torque, often used during slope climbing, descending, or in traffic jams.