What is the purpose of the D3 on the gear lever of the old CRV?

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DiAdriana
07/30/25 3:46am
D3 refers to the low gear mode of the transmission. You can shift directly into D3 while driving without braking, but avoid doing so when the vehicle speed and engine RPM are high. Generally, automatic transmission vehicles have gear positions such as P, R, N, D, and S. Here are the specific details: P (Parking Gear): When parking the car, the gear lever must be moved to the P position. N (Neutral Gear): The N position is equivalent to neutral and can be used when starting the car, parking without leaving the vehicle, or when towing. D (Drive Gear): During normal driving, place the gear lever in the D position, and the car will automatically shift between forward gears. The D gear is the most commonly used gear. S (Sport Mode): In S mode, the transmission can shift freely, but the shifting timing is delayed, keeping the engine at high RPM for a longer time, allowing the car to move at high RPM in lower gears for an extended period, thereby achieving greater torque output and acceleration. While driving, you can directly push the gear lever into the "S" position, which is typically used for climbing slopes and rapid overtaking.
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