Can an automatic transmission car be started in neutral?

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SamuelFitz
07/29/25 4:15pm
An automatic transmission car can be started in neutral, but coasting in neutral is prohibited for automatic transmission vehicles. When the gear is shifted into N (neutral), the transmission oil pump supplies insufficient oil, causing the transmission to overheat or even get damaged when operating at high speeds. For towing, it is acceptable to tow at low speeds over short distances, but for safety, it is recommended to lift the drive wheels off the ground. For four-wheel-drive vehicles, the entire vehicle should be towed. When driving up or down steep slopes, use low gear for automatic transmission cars. For cars with a manual-automatic transmission, it is advisable to use manual mode. The correct parking sequence for an automatic transmission car is: brake to a stop, firmly engage the handbrake, shift into P (park), and then turn off the engine. Ensure the car is completely stationary before shifting into P to avoid impact on the transmission and internal locking mechanisms.
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