What is the L gear in an automatic transmission?
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Automatic transmission L gear is the low gear. Here is an introduction to related gears: 1. Engaging the L gear is used when utilizing increased power for overtaking, but it does not automatically shift up or down. It is used during long downhill descents and overtaking, utilizing engine braking to reduce speed. 2. Transmissions with L gear usually have L1, L2, and L3 gears. In this mode, the transmission limits the gears to these low ranges (1-3), providing better traction. The L gear is a limiting gear that restricts the transmission to a specific range. 3. This gear should not be used during normal driving. During driving, whether accelerating or decelerating, the vehicle remains in low gear. Maintaining low gear when accelerating uphill provides stronger power, and when descending, the low gear can help slow down the vehicle.