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What are the basic operation methods for an automatic transmission car?

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McFaith

08/26/25 3:50am

The basic operation methods for an automatic transmission car are: 1. Start the vehicle in P or N gear. Remove the gear lever from P gear while pressing the brake, turn on the power while pressing the brake, shift to N gear, and after ignition, shift to D gear to move forward; 2. When switching between N, D, and L gears, there is no need to press the shift button. When shifting from L gear to lower restricted gears, press the shift button, but shifting from lower to higher gears does not require pressing the shift button; 3. Do not shift into N gear to coast while driving; 4. After driving, turn off the engine and shift into P gear before removing the key. An automatic transmission means the driver does not need to manually shift gears; the vehicle will automatically select the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions.

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StAaron

09/08/25 4:41am

Driving an automatic transmission car is really simple, let's start from the beginning. When I first started driving, I found that the first step is always to press the brake pedal, shift the gear lever to the P position, and then turn the key or press the start button to get the engine running. After starting, continue to press the brake, gently shift the gear lever from P to D to move forward, or to R if you want to reverse. While driving, keep your foot on the accelerator or brake, and the car will shift gears smoothly on its own. When parking, first come to a complete stop, then shift to P, engage the handbrake or electronic parking brake, and finally turn off the engine. Don't forget to check the dashboard to ensure all indicators are normal. Usually, drive in D mode, but try shifting to S (Sport) mode or manual mode on steep slopes to prevent rolling back. Don't be nervous when you're just learning; take your time to get familiar with all the functions, and soon you'll be driving with ease. Practice hill starts and turn signal usage a few more times to develop good habits and avoid accidents.

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