What is the difference between D and S gears in an automatic transmission?
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The following are the differences between D gear and S gear: 1. D gear stands for Drive gear. The advantage of D gear is that it is more fuel-efficient compared to S gear, but the disadvantage is that it provides less power. 2. S gear is the Sport mode, where the engine runs at higher RPMs, and the transmission shifts up later and down earlier. The advantage of S gear is better vehicle performance, while the disadvantage is poorer fuel economy. It is suitable for overtaking or climbing hills. Below are the methods for switching between different gears in an automatic transmission: 1. Shifting from P to R or R to P requires pressing the shift lock and applying the brake. 2. Shifting from R to N does not require pressing the shift lock or applying the brake. 3. Shifting from N to R requires pressing the shift lock and applying the brake. 4. Shifting from N to D requires pressing the shift lock and applying the brake. 5. Shifting from D to S requires pressing the shift lock, but neither releasing the throttle nor applying the brake is needed. 6. Shifting from S to D can be done by directly pushing the lever, without releasing the throttle or applying the brake.