Should You Release the Handbrake or Shift Gears First in an Automatic Car?

[AndrewMarie]

In an automatic car, you should shift gears first. The correct starting procedure for an automatic car is: 1. Press the start button, the ACC light will illuminate, and the vehicle will perform a self-check; 2. Turn the ignition key to the second position, and the computer system will begin a self-check; 3. Press the brake pedal and press the start button to ignite and start the engine; 4. Release the footbrake and let the car warm up for 1 to 3 minutes; 5. Press the footbrake again, shift to D gear, and release the handbrake to start moving. The correct method for parking an automatic car is: 1. Press the footbrake to stop the car; 2. Shift the gear from D to N; 3. Engage the handbrake and turn off the engine; 4. Release the footbrake but do not turn off the power; 5. Press the footbrake again and shift the gear from N to P; 6. Release the footbrake and turn the key back; 7. Turn off the power and remove the key.