Should You Shift Gear or Release Handbrake First When Starting an Automatic Transmission Car?
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When starting an automatic transmission car, you should shift gear first and then release the handbrake. The safe starting procedure is as follows: press the foot brake, shift to D gear, release the handbrake, release the foot brake, and finally press the accelerator to start. For automatic transmission models equipped with an electronic handbrake, most vehicles will automatically release the handbrake when you close the door, fasten the seatbelt, and gently press the accelerator while the engine is idling. The gear positions for automatic transmission are: 1. P for Parking; 2. R for Reverse; 3. N for Neutral; 4. S for Sport; 5. D for Drive; 6. L for Low; 7. M for Manual mode.