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What Does Each Gear in an Automatic Transmission Car Mean?

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MacKaden
07/29/25 2:38pm
Automatic transmission cars typically have 6-7 gears, which are D, P, R, N, S, L, while the M gear is unique to manual-automatic transmission models and is not available in every automatic car. The functions corresponding to each gear are D-Drive (forward gear), P-Park (parking gear), R-Reverse (reverse gear), N-Neutral (neutral gear), S-Sport (sport mode), L-Low (low gear), and M-Manual (manual mode). D-Drive (Drive) is the most commonly used gear, where gear shifting is controlled by the accelerator. D1 (or L gear), D2, and D3 are equivalent to gears 1 and 2, 3 and 4, and 5 and 6 in a manual transmission. L-Low (Low) is used when descending a slope to reduce brake usage, and when ascending a slope to provide more power for climbing. R-Reverse (Reverse) can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary. Some models with a lock button require pressing the button to switch to this gear. N-Neutral (Neutral) is used for temporary stops, such as at traffic lights, and the handbrake should be engaged. It should not be used when descending a slope. S-Sport (Sport) differs from D only in that the computer switches to a different shifting program, so S can be engaged at any time without damaging the transmission. It is suitable for overtaking but not for high-speed driving. M-Manual (Manual) is unique to manual-automatic transmission models, allowing the driver to enjoy manual shifting. The "+" sign indicates upshifting, while the "-" sign indicates downshifting. P-Park (Parking) is sometimes separated as an electronic brake in some models, though the principle remains the same.
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