how to quickly drive an automatic car with l gear

JAKARTA — Many car drivers with automatic transmissions may not pay much attention to or even operate the gear with the letter “L” or the number “1” on the transmission lever. In fact, this position has an important function, especially when the car is faced with extreme road conditions such as steep inclines or descents.

Hermas Efendi Prabowo, owner of the Worner Matic Matic Transmission Specialist Workshop, explained that the position of L or 1 shows a low gear, aka low gear that works to withstand torque and helps wheel traction during heavy loads.

“For AT, there are those who run out to the 1st, only one, or the M-M, or the Sport. Actually, the difference is the control system, the construction is also different,” said Hermas to those who were met recently.

“For example, the automatic transmission is why there is gear 1 or L. The letter L indicates low gear. 1 and L are the same, low gear,” he said.

Hermas added, the main function of position L is to make it easier for vehicles when used in rough terrain. The goal is to facilitate the car when used in extreme inclines.

At position L, the system will increase the oil pressure and activate additional components in the form of a multi-disc brake in the transmission. This component does not work when the lever is in position D (drive).

“If we put it in L, the oil pressure is increased, then add one booster, where one multi-disc brake is working, which doesn’t work when we use it on gear D, but in this L it works,” explained Hermas.

With this system, the transmission will hold in first gear only, even though the gas pedal is stepped on deep and the speed increases. The goal is that when you climb the control it doesn’t slip. So one is installed. In the position of the L lever, we gas up to any speed, he limits it to only one (gear one), so he will not increase his teeth even though his speed increases,” he said.

Hermas gave an example, in a 4-speed automatic transmission, gearshift generally occurs in the range of 10-15 km/hour (gear 1 to 2), 30 km/hour (2 to 3), and 60 km/hour (3 to 4). However, when the lever is positioned at L, the transmission will hold only one gear without displacement.

“If we put it in L, even if we gas up to about 30 km/hour, he will stay in L and will not go up to the upper gear to withstand torque,” said Hermas.

“Then for the number (teeth) 2 then 3 how? It’s the same, for gear 2 he limits it to second tooth, then 3rd too, can’t be 4th,” he said.

That way, the position of L or 1 is very useful for certain conditions such as steep inclines, long derivatives, or when pulling heavy loads. In addition to helping maintain torque, this position can also help the braking system work more optimally without having to press the brake pedal too often.

Main function of low gear on automatic transmission

Here are some of the main functions of the L or 1 position on the automatic transmission:

• Helps wheel traction
  
  When the car is in rough terrain, such as a steep incline or descent, low gear helps keep wheel traction from slipping. This is very important to maintain the stability of the vehicle.

• withstand torque
  
  The low gear allows the transmission to withstand greater torque, so the engine is not burdened by heavy loads being pulled or ridden.

• increase oil pressure
  
  When the transmission lever is in position L, the system will increase the oil pressure to ensure the components in the transmission work properly and safely.

• Activate Multi-Disc Brake
  
  Inside the transmission, there is an additional component called a multi-disc brake that works when the lever is in the L position. This component is not active when using position D.

• limit gearshift
  
  When in position L, the transmission will hold the vehicle in first gear only, even if the speed increases. This helps maintain the control and stability of the car.

When to use low teeth?

Position L or 1 is very suitable for use in the following situations:

• extreme incline
  
  When facing a steep uphill road, position L helps the car to keep torque and traction so that it doesn’t slip.

• long derivative
  
  On long enough derivatives, the use of low gear can help reduce the load on the braking system and keep the car speed steady.

• pulling heavy loads
  
  When the car is pulling heavy loads, such as trailers or other vehicles, low gear helps maintain stability and prevents engine overloading.

Tips for using low teeth

• Use only when needed
  
  Do not use it too often because it can cause an increase in temperature and pressure on the transmission.

• Pay attention to speed
  
  When using the L position, make sure the speed does not exceed the safe limit so as not to damage the transmission components.

• Combine with braking
  
  Although position l helps reduce the load on the brakes, keep using braking periodically to maintain safety.