How to Drive an Automatic Transmission Vehicle?
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Automatic transmission vehicle correct starting steps are as follows: 1. Insert the key and turn to the ON position, step on the brake. 2. Shift to N gear, ignite, then shift to D gear. 3. Release the handbrake, lift the foot brake and start. This starting method can avoid the brief reverse impact on the transmission when passing through R gear after ignition in P gear. For one-button start models: 1. You can first press the button to power the vehicle, follow the same steps, step on the brake, shift to N gear, press the start button, then shift gears, release the handbrake, and lift the foot brake to start. 2. Most people in daily life start in P gear, because some models can only start in P gear. If starting in N gear, you don't need to step on the brake and can directly shift to D gear or R gear, which poses certain safety risks. Some models even require stepping on the brake before shifting gears when starting. In any case, when starting the vehicle, the gear should be placed in P gear or N gear.
Driving an automatic transmission car is actually quite simple. I was a bit nervous when I first started learning, but now I find it much more convenient than manual transmission. First, adjust your seat and mirrors properly after getting in the car, and fasten your seatbelt. Before starting the engine, make sure to press the brake pedal, then turn the key or push the start button. After the engine starts, don't rush to move. Shift the gear lever to the D position (Drive), which means you're ready to move forward. Release the handbrake or electronic parking brake, then gradually release the brake pedal, and the car will start moving slowly. To accelerate, gently press the accelerator pedal, and the car will shift gears automatically, providing a smooth and seamless experience. When parking, press the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, shift to P (Park), engage the parking brake, and turn off the engine. For reversing, switch to R (Reverse) and be cautious of objects behind you. Remember not to coast downhill in neutral (N) - it neither saves fuel nor is safe. As a beginner, I recommend practicing basic operations in an open area to get familiar with the car's response and avoid sudden acceleration that might cause accidents. These steps helped me quickly adapt to city driving.
