How to Start and Park an Automatic Transmission Car?

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DelAshlyn
07/28/25 11:57pm
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
08/12/25 4:15am
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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