What is L gear?
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Low-speed forward gear is the L gear. When going downhill or descending a long slope, shifting into L gear can limit the car's gear to only the lowest gear automatically, allowing the car to use engine power for braking when going downhill, avoiding the danger caused by prolonged brake pedal use leading to overheated brake pads. Precautions for driving an automatic transmission car: 1. Do not coast in neutral gear, as the engine's braking effect will be lost, vehicle control will be reduced, and it may cause excessive damage to the clutch system, leading to burning and damage of the pressure plate and bearings; 2. Do not shift directly from a high gear to a low gear. It is advisable to downshift gradually, as this reduces the load on the engine and transmission during the process, thereby extending the engine's lifespan.