Which Gear is Reverse in an Automatic Car?
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In an automatic car, the R gear is the reverse gear. The gears in an automatic car are as follows: 1. P (Park) is the parking gear; 2. N (Neutral) is the neutral gear; 3. D (Drive) is the forward gear; 4. S (Sport) is the sport mode; 5. L (Low) is the low-speed gear; 6. M (Manual) is the manual gear for semi-automatic models. The steps to reverse in an automatic car are: 1. Press the brake and shift to the R gear; 2. Gently release the brake to enter the parking space. The method for controlling the steering wheel while reversing is: 1. When reversing, if the rear of the car needs to go left, turn the steering wheel to the left; if the rear needs to go right, turn the steering wheel to the right; 2. To straighten the car body, if the rear is leaning left, turn the steering wheel to the right; if the rear is leaning right, turn the steering wheel to the left; 3. Once the car body is corrected, straighten the steering wheel and reverse slowly.
When I first started learning to drive, I also found the gear positions of an automatic transmission car unfamiliar, especially where the reverse gear was. Actually, in an automatic transmission car, the reverse gear is marked as 'R', usually located at the far right of the gear lever or in a row below with the letter R (which stands for Reverse). The first time I operated it, my instructor had me practice in an empty parking lot: press the brake, shift the gear lever to R, and the car would move backward. Remember, you must ensure the car comes to a complete stop before shifting, otherwise the transmission will wear out. Beginners tend to panic easily, so spending more time practicing in safe places like garages or neighborhood roads can help develop instinctive reactions. Reversing also relies on rearview mirrors and parking sensors, which are crucial safety aids—don't rely solely on luck, as it might be too late if an accident happens. Familiarizing yourself with the gear layout can reduce confusion when starting the car.
