Should You Shift Gear or Engage the Handbrake First in an Automatic Transmission?
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When starting a car with an automatic transmission, it is recommended to shift gear first and then engage the handbrake. The safest way to start an automatic transmission car is to first press the foot brake, then shift into D gear, release the handbrake followed by the foot brake, and finally press the accelerator to complete the start-up. Some models are equipped with an electronic handbrake, which will automatically disengage when the accelerator is pressed. Here is more information about the handbrake: 1. The handbrake primarily functions by activating the braking system to secure the vehicle. Starting the car by shifting gear first and then engaging the handbrake allows for a stable start. 2. When parking, it is necessary to engage the handbrake first and then shift into P gear. In this scenario, the braking work is completed by the braking system, while the P gear mainly serves as an auxiliary function, allowing the internal components to be in a completely relaxed state, thereby better maintaining the car's parts and preventing excessive wear. 3. The gear positions in an automatic transmission are relatively simple: D gear is for driving forward, R gear is for reversing, N gear is neutral, and P gear is the parking gear.
