What are the functions of each gear in a manual transmission?
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Manual transmission: 1st gear for starting, 2nd gear for passing, 3rd gear for transition, 4th gear for driving, 5th gear for high speed, and R gear for reversing. Manual transmission cars: A manual transmission (MT), also known as a manual gearbox, requires the driver to manually shift gears by moving the gear lever to change the gear engagement inside the transmission, altering the gear ratio to achieve speed variation. The working principle involves using shift forks to change the transmission ratio (gear ratio) of the engaged gears, thereby modifying the driving torque to suit different driving conditions. Automatic transmission cars: Since the transmission range is divided into several gear ratio segments, continuous variation is only possible within the specified segments. Therefore, an AT (automatic transmission) is actually a type of automatic transmission that lies between stepped and continuously variable transmissions. Pros and cons: AT does not require a clutch for shifting, has fewer gears with larger changes, and provides smooth connections, making it easier to operate. This not only brings convenience to the driver but also ensures comfort for passengers.