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How to Start and Park an Automatic Transmission Car?

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Grady

07/23/25 11:39pm

Automatic transmission starting steps are: 1. First press the brake and start the car in N gear; 2. Then shift from N to D gear; 3. Release the handbrake, and lift your foot off the brake to start. Automatic transmission parking steps are: 1. When parking, first press the brake and pull the handbrake tight; 2. Shift the gear to P; 3. Slowly lift your foot off the brake and turn off the engine. The gears of an automatic transmission are: 1. P gear is the parking gear, also the starting gear; 2. R gear is the reverse gear; 3. N gear is the neutral gear; 4. D gear is the drive gear, also known as the forward gear; 5. L gear is the low gear; 6. S gear is the sport mode; 7. OD gear is the overdrive gear.

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CarlosLynn

08/10/25 7:28pm

I've been driving automatic transmission cars for many years. When starting, I always first sit properly, fasten the seat belt, firmly press the brake pedal with my right foot, then start the engine. After the lights come on, steadily shift into D gear, gently release the brake to let the car creep naturally, then lightly press the accelerator to speed up. The whole process should not be rushed—safety comes first. When parking, the key is to completely stop the car by pressing the brake, shift to P gear to ensure the car is locked, then apply the handbrake before finally turning off the engine. On slopes, I first apply the handbrake to reinforce and avoid excessive strain on the transmission. Developing these habits brings peace of mind and extends the vehicle's lifespan. When starting, always observe the rearview mirror to ensure there are no obstacles around. After parking, don't forget to turn off the lights and lock the doors—small details can prevent a lot of trouble.

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