what do the +/- signs mean within the D setting of a car’s gear stick? In what situations should I use them?

Question

I’m sorry if this is a dumb question. I know virtually nothing about cars. I really am trying to learn but sometimes I don’t understand the way they explain some things… anyway, thank you 🙂

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Answer 1

Do you own the car about which you are asking?

If so, operation of this will be covered in the owner’s manual.

D is a fully auto mode, the car will select gear for you.

The plus and minus are semi-auto mode, where you can select up and down shifts to maximise acceleration, or use engine braking when going downhill.