What does D/S+- mean in automatic transmission?
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D/S± in automatic transmission refers to the manual mode of the gearbox. In the D/S gear position, pushing the gear lever to the right activates the manual mode. Pushing forward towards "+" shifts up a gear, while pulling backward towards "-" shifts down a gear. To protect the transmission in manual mode, manual gear shifting is also restricted. When shifting up manually, the transmission will only upshift when the engine reaches the maximum RPM corresponding to the current gear. Conversely, when downshifting manually, the transmission will only downshift if the engine speed does not exceed the limit. A manual-automatic transmission not only has automatic shifting capabilities but also simulates manual gear shifting. Its introduction allows more car models to break free from the constraints of traditional automatic transmissions, giving drivers the freedom and enjoyment of manual gear shifting.