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What are the full English names of the automatic transmission gear letters?

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Cheryl

09/01/25 4:53am

The full English names of the automatic transmission gear letters are: 1. P gear: parking; 2. R gear: reverse gear; 3. N gear: neutral; 4. D gear: driving; 5. S gear: sport; 6. M gear: manual. Precautions for shifting gears in an automatic transmission car: 1. Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting gears; 2. Do not immediately press the accelerator pedal hard after engaging a gear; 3. The vehicle can only be started in P or N gear; 4. The gear lever must be removed from P gear by pressing the brake pedal; 5. Do not shift into N gear while driving to coast; 6. Do not push into P gear while the car is moving; 7. When changing the direction of travel, switching between D and R gears should be done after the vehicle has come to a complete stop; 8. Placing the gear in N while driving prevents the oil pump from supplying oil normally for lubrication, which can cause the temperature of internal transmission components to rise and result in damage.

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DiCaroline

09/13/25 7:37am

I've been driving an automatic transmission car for several years, and the full English names of the gear letters are quite straightforward: P stands for Park, meaning the parking gear, which locks the wheels when parked; R is Reverse, used for backing up; N is Neutral, the neutral gear for temporary stops without stalling; D is Drive, the main gear for daily driving forward; and L is Low, the low gear for preventing slippage on slopes or muddy roads. These letters are designed to be intuitive and are clearly visible on the gear lever, making them easy for beginners to understand. I've used them for everything from city commuting to out-of-town trips, especially ensuring smooth gear shifts. It's important not to start the engine in D gear to avoid damaging the transmission. Regular maintenance of transmission fluid and system checks can also extend its lifespan, with driving safety as the top priority.

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