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It means the transmission (or it could be applied to the transfer case, as well) is in a neutral position, not engaged in any drive gear.

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What does it mean when RPMs increase but no speed?

Your car or vehicle is in neutral, or the clutch is shot.


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It means that say you reach a speed of 55 mph. Never shift from drive into neutral (Or a gear into neutral) to slow in speed.


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It depends what you mean by 'safe'.Will putting the car in neutral damage the engine? No...when the car is in neutral the two plates that make up the clutch are seperated. Therefore there is no power being transferred to the wheels. However, as there is no where for the engine's stored power to go to you can over rev the engine....which may cause damage if prolonged.Is putting a car in neutral while driving safe? No....when in neutral you have no power and the car will slow down. This may put you in a dangerous position.Hope that helps,CJ


What does it mean when you put the car in drive and it just cuts off The car is a 97' Ford Taurus.?

I'd check the Neutral safety switch.


Which word is a noun that forms of the word neutral?

neutral can be a noun: The car is in neutral.


What is revving a car mean?

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Gender Neutral


When should you put your car in neutral?

you should put your car in neutral when it has come to a complete stop, or when you turn it off or on


What is a neutral sentence?

I put my car in neutral because it broke down.


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Why does your car move forward when in neutral?

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