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Do You Need to Press the Brake When Shifting an Automatic Transmission?

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IslaDella

07/24/25 7:11am

When shifting an automatic transmission, you need to press the brake pedal. When starting the car, shifting from P to D passes through R, which causes a reverse impact on the transmission. Over time, this can damage the transmission. The correct method is to turn on the power, press the brake, shift to N, then start the engine and shift to D. Precautions for shifting an automatic transmission: 1. Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting; 2. Do not stomp on the accelerator pedal immediately after shifting; 3. The engine can only be started in P or N; 4. Removing the gear lever from P requires pressing the brake; 5. Do not shift into N while driving to coast; 6. Do not push into P while the car is moving; 7. When changing direction, shifting between D and R should only be done after the vehicle has come to a complete stop; 8. Shifting into N while driving prevents the oil pump from supplying oil normally for lubrication, which can raise the temperature of internal transmission components and cause damage.

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AdrielAnn

08/11/25 2:57am

As a veteran driver with 20 years of experience, I've driven various automatic transmission models, from compact cars to SUVs. Looking back, pressing the brake when shifting gears is a fundamental habit. Every time I switch from park to drive or reverse, I make sure to firmly press the brake pedal. Why is this so important? Because vehicles have anti-roll systems, not pressing the brake may prevent the transmission from unlocking, causing sudden vehicle movement, especially on slopes or slippery roads, increasing the risk. Once on a rainy day, I forgot to press the brake, and the car lurched slightly, almost hitting a wall. Since then, I've forced myself to develop this habit, even when moving the car in the neighborhood. Safety always comes first, and I recommend that beginners practice this early on to avoid developing bad habits. Different car models have varying designs, but pressing the brake is universal and can reduce the probability of accidents.

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