P (Park): Locks the transmission to hold the vehicle in place when parked.

R (Reverse): Shifts the transmission into reverse, allowing the vehicle to move backward.

N (Neutral): Disengages the transmission from the engine, allowing the vehicle to roll freely.

D (Drive): The most common gear for normal driving, the automatic changes gears as speed increases.

S (Sport): Provides faster gear changes and more aggressive transmission behavior, suitable for sporty driving.

L (Low): Used for driving at low speeds or in conditions that require additional traction, such as towing a trailer or driving uphill.

1, 2, 3 (Manual): Locks the transmission in a specific gear, allowing the driver to manually control gear shifting.

+ (Upshift): In manual mode, upshifts.

– (Down): In manual mode, downshifts.

OD (Overdrive): Activates the highest gear, reducing engine speed when driving at highway speeds.

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