What do the gear shift letters represent?
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The meanings represented by the gear shift letters are: 1. P: Parking gear, also the starting position. When the vehicle is parked and not in use, the wheels are mechanically locked to prevent rolling. 2. R: Reverse gear. Used when backing up. 3. N: Neutral gear. Used for temporary parking. Note: This position indicates neutral, and to prevent the vehicle from rolling on a slope, the brake must be engaged. 4. D: Drive gear, also known as the forward gear. This is used when moving forward. 5. L: Low gear. When going downhill or descending a long slope, placing the gear in this position limits the car to the lowest gear automatically, allowing the engine's power to assist in braking during descent. This prevents the danger of brake overheating caused by prolonged braking.