Which Button is the Neutral Gear?
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For manual transmissions, the neutral gear is located in the middle position, while for automatic transmissions, it is marked with an 'N'. Functions of the N gear in automatic transmissions: 1. Towing: When the vehicle needs maintenance or temporary towing for other reasons, the gear must be set to N. 2. Temporary parking: When the vehicle needs to be parked temporarily for a short duration, you can use the N gear. However, if the waiting time is too long, it is recommended to turn off the engine. 3. Waiting at a red light: If you encounter a red light and need to wait for a while, you can choose to shift to N gear. This not only reduces fuel consumption but also prevents unnecessary wear on the transmission, making it an excellent practice.
I remember when driving an automatic car, finding the neutral position was quite simple. It's not a key or button, but the N mark on the gear shift lever. Just gently push it there, and the engine will disconnect the power transmission. When parking, shift into neutral, and the car will stand still, but don't forget to engage the handbrake, otherwise it might roll away on a slope. When I was younger and drove manual transmission cars, I often shifted into neutral too. Back then, I had to press the clutch and move the gear lever to the middle position. Now that automatic cars are more common, the operation is simpler and safer. Shifting into the wrong gear can cause problems, so I always make a habit of checking the position before driving. To save fuel, some people like to shift into neutral while coasting, but this is very dangerous—not only does it wear out the transmission, but it can also lead to loss of control. Driving instructors always emphasize in class: neutral is a temporary setting, only to be used when the vehicle is fully stopped, and don’t confuse it with the P (Park) position.
