The Correct Method for Starting and Parking an Automatic Transmission Vehicle
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Here is the correct method for starting an automatic transmission vehicle: 1. Before getting in the car, observe the surroundings to ensure safety, then enter the vehicle, sit down, and fasten the seat belt. 2. Next, press the brake pedal with your right foot and use your right index finger to press the 'one-touch start' button (ensure the gear is in P position from the previous parking). At this point, the car's engine will start. 3. Then shift to D gear or R gear (use R gear when reversing is needed, otherwise shift directly to D gear to move forward). 4. Finally, release the handbrake (keep your right foot on the brake pedal until this step): If you need to move forward and have already shifted to D gear, move your right foot to the accelerator pedal and gently press to move forward. If you need to reverse, gently lift your right foot to release the brake (but keep it ready on the brake pedal), reverse to the desired position, firmly press the brake, shift to D gear, move your right foot to the accelerator, and gently press to move forward. Here is the correct method for parking an automatic transmission vehicle: 1. After parking in the garage or parking space. 2. With your right foot on the brake pedal, shift from R gear or D gear to N gear. 3. Then engage the handbrake, turn off the engine, and shift to P gear. 4. Lift your right foot, release the seat belt, and open the door. 5. Exit the vehicle, lock the doors with the remote key, and leave (remember to turn off the headlights at night before exiting).
I think starting an automatic transmission car is quite simple: First, after getting in the car, firmly press the brake pedal, confirm that the gear is in P or N, and turn the key to start the engine. Wait until the engine stabilizes, then shift to D gear, slowly release the brake, lightly press the accelerator to move the car, and don't rush the start. When parking, pay even more attention to safety: bring the car to a complete stop, keep pressing the brake, first shift into P gear, then engage the handbrake or press the electronic button, and finally turn off the engine. I've been driving for over ten years and have seen cases where people didn't engage the handbrake on a slope and directly shifted to P gear, resulting in the transmission getting stuck and needing repairs, costing unnecessary money. When starting a cold engine, let it warm up for a few seconds before moving to protect the engine's lifespan. At busy intersections or during rainy days, ensure the correct operation sequence to avoid slipping or rear-end collisions—safety first for a smooth journey. Once you develop these habits, the car will be durable and hassle-free.