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Should You Press the Clutch When Releasing the Handbrake to Start the Car?

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DylanFitz

07/30/25 5:33am

First press the clutch, then shift into gear, and finally release the handbrake. When starting an automatic transmission car engine, the gear selector must be placed in the P or N position, and the handbrake must be tightened or the brake pedal pressed. For automatic start-up, first press the brake pedal, release the handbrake after shifting into gear, then smoothly lift the brake pedal, and gradually press the accelerator pedal after the car starts moving slowly. When starting the car, first press the clutch and shift into gear, then release the handbrake. Steps for starting and stopping the vehicle: Fasten the seat belt. Adjust the driver's seat, check if the instrument rearview mirror and wipers are working properly. Ignition, clutch, first gear. Turn on the left signal. Honk to alert pedestrians and vehicles in front and behind. Release the handbrake. Release the clutch, gently press the accelerator, start moving towards the left lane, merge into the lane, then turn off the turn signal. Parking essentials: Turn on the right signal light. Check behind and to the right, if clear, gently steer to the right and lightly brake to slow down. When the brake is about to vibrate, press the clutch, shift into neutral, and continue braking. The right side of the car should be about 20 to 30 centimeters from the roadside before stopping completely. Pull up the handbrake.

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