Ch. 6 · 第２節 坂道・カーブ
When driving an automatic transmission vehicle on a long downhill slope, how should you operate the shift lever?
[Multiple choice · Medium]
- A.Drive with the lever in D
- B.Shift to N and coast
- C.Shift to 2 or L (or 1)✓
- D.Shift to P to slow down
Answer: C: Shift to 2 or L (or 1)
Explanation
The Rules of the Road (4) states: "On a downhill slope, use a low gear (in an automatic transmission vehicle, shift the lever to 2 or L (or 1)) and utilize engine braking." Shifting to 2 or L (or 1) is correct.
Source: Ch. 6 · Section (第２節 坂道・カーブ) · １ 坂道・山道 (４)
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