What are the functions of each gear in a car?
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Automatic transmission vehicles must be started first before shifting into drive gear. Below is a detailed introduction to the gears: 1. P (Parking) gear: When the vehicle is parked and not in use, the gear is in this position. At this time, the wheels are mechanically locked to prevent rolling. 2. R (Reverse) gear: Used for reversing. 3. N (Neutral) gear: Used for temporary stops (such as at a red light). This gear indicates neutral, and to prevent the vehicle from rolling on a slope, the brake must be pressed. 4. D (Drive) gear: Also known as the driving gear. This gear is used when moving forward. 5. 2 (Second gear) Low gear: This gear can be used to start moving forward when climbing a steep slope or starting on a relatively steep incline. The principle is that shifting into this gear limits the car's gear to automatically switch only between low gears (equivalent to first and second gears in a manual transmission car), ensuring the car obtains maximum forward power. 6. L (Low) gear: When going downhill or descending a long slope, shifting into this gear limits the car's gear to automatically stay in the lowest gear (equivalent to first gear in a manual transmission car). This allows the car to use engine power for braking when going downhill, preventing the driver from having to press the brake for a long time, which could overheat the brake pads and cause danger.