Which gear is reverse in an automatic transmission car?
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In an automatic transmission car, the reverse gear is the R gear. Below is a detailed introduction to the meanings represented by the gear letters P, R, N, D, and L in a car: 1. P gear: The letter P stands for the word "Park," which means "parking" in Chinese. This gear is also called the "parking gear" and is used when parking the car. 2. R gear: The letter R stands for the word "Reverse," which means "backward, opposite, and reverse gear" in Chinese. This gear is also called the "reverse gear." When you need to reverse the car, engaging this gear will make the car move backward. 3. N gear: The letter N stands for the word "Neutral," which means "neutral, neutral gear, and free gear" in Chinese. This gear is called the "neutral gear" and can be used when starting the car, during towing, or when temporarily stopping (e.g., at a red light). 4. D gear: The letter D stands for the word "Drive," which means "forward, driving" in Chinese. This gear is called the "drive gear." After starting the car, you should engage the D gear. The car's transmission will automatically shift gears, and as the driver, you only need to steer the wheel and control the accelerator and brake. 5. L gear: The letter L stands for the word "Low," which means "low, low gear speed" in Chinese. This gear is called the "low drive gear." When going up or down a mountain or descending a long slope, engaging this gear limits the car's gear to the lowest gear only, allowing the car to use engine power for braking when going downhill. This prevents the driver from having to press the brake for a long time, which could overheat the brake pads and cause danger.
Every time I drive an automatic transmission car, the reverse gear is the position marked with an "R" on the gear lever, representing Reverse. When operating, the car must be completely stopped, the right foot must firmly press the brake pedal, and then gently push the lever to the R position. After shifting into gear, slowly release the brake to control the reversing speed, avoiding any haste. During reversing, I always turn my head to check the rearview mirror and rear window to avoid blind spots where people might be; if the car has a reversing camera and radar, it's best to turn them on for additional visibility. In crowded parking lots, I honk the horn to warn others before moving, as children or electric scooters often appear suddenly, which is very dangerous. Develop good habits: the brake must be fully pressed before shifting gears, and the car must be stationary when starting to reverse, with the speed not exceeding 5 kilometers per hour. Different car brands may have slight variations in design, but the R gear is generally located at the top of the gear lever, sometimes requiring a button press to unlock. In short, safety comes first—always be extra cautious of your surroundings to minimize accidents.
