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How to Start and Park an Automatic Transmission Car?

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DelAshlyn
07/28/25 3:57pm

Starting method for automatic transmission cars: 1. Without pressing the brake, press the start button to turn on the ACC light, then press it again for the vehicle self-check. 2. Ensure the handbrake is engaged and the gear is in P or neutral, press the brake, then press the start button to ignite and start the engine. 3. Release the foot brake to warm up the car for 1-3 minutes. 4. Press the foot brake again, shift to D gear, and release the handbrake. 5. Observe road conditions, watch for vehicles behind and pedestrians on the side, slowly release the foot brake and press the accelerator to complete the start. Parking method for automatic transmission cars: 1. Release the accelerator, press the brake to stop the vehicle smoothly. 2. Shift the gear from D to N. 3. Engage the handbrake, release the foot brake, but do not turn off the power. 4. Continue pressing the foot brake, shift the gear from N to P. 5. Release the foot brake, press the start button to turn off the power, completing the parking.

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AylaMarie
08/11/25 8:15pm

As an experienced automatic transmission driver with nearly a decade behind the wheel, here's my routine: Before starting, ensure the vehicle is completely stationary and firmly depress the brake pedal. Then insert the key and turn it clockwise to the end (or press the button for keyless ignition) - the dashboard illumination confirms power-on. Don't rush to shift gears immediately; wait for the engine's humming sound to stabilize while checking fuel levels and tire pressure. When ready, keep the brake depressed, shift the gear lever to D (Drive), release the parking brake, and gradually lift off the brake to move. For parking: First firmly depress the brake until complete stop, shift to N (Neutral), engage the parking brake, then with brake still pressed, shift to P (Park), finally turn off ignition and remove key. The key is executing each step deliberately - especially on inclines where proper parking brake application prevents transmission damage from vehicle rollback.

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McAndres
09/29/25 6:13am

New drivers, remember this rhyme: 'One press, two start, three shift.' After getting in the car, first press the brake pedal, then press the ignition button to start the engine. Wait for the RPM needle to stabilize before shifting from P (Park) to D (Drive). Then, slowly release the handbrake and gently press the accelerator to start smoothly. Parking is even simpler: stop by pressing the brake → shift to N (Neutral) → pull the handbrake → shift to P (Park) → turn off the engine. It's especially important to develop the habit of pulling the handbrake before shifting to P. Last time, my friend shifted directly to P without pulling the handbrake, and the next day, the transmission gears were stuck solid. Also, a reminder: don't turn on the heater immediately during a cold start; wait until the water temperature rises, otherwise it's very fuel-consuming.

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KingMarie
11/12/25 8:09am

The key to driving an automatic transmission is gentle operation. When starting, firmly press the brake to ignite, and it's recommended to wait about 10 seconds after powering on before starting to allow the oil pump to work. When shifting gears, gently press the shift button from P to D, feeling the click sound is correct. The sequence is more important when parking: after the car comes to a complete stop, first shift to N, engage the electronic handbrake (for traditional handbrakes, listen for the clicking sound), release the brake to ensure the car doesn't move, then press the brake again to shift to P. This protects the transmission gears. Always check the surroundings before starting, and after parking, verify that the headlights are off. Developing these habits ensures peace of mind and safety.

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