What are the correct steps for starting a car?

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DeHolden
07/24/25 11:50pm
The correct steps for starting a car vary depending on the type of vehicle: For automatic transmission cars, the steps are: 1. Turn the ignition key to the power position; 2. Press the foot brake and shift the gear from P to N; 3. Release the foot brake and start the engine; 4. Warm up the car while stationary; 5. Press the foot brake, shift the gear from N to D, and release the handbrake; 6. Gradually release the foot brake and smoothly press the accelerator to start moving. For manual transmission cars, the steps are: 1. Fully depress the clutch pedal; 2. Move the gear lever to engage the 1st gear; 3. Gently push the turn signal lever downward to activate the left turn signal, indicating to vehicles in front and behind; 4. Press the horn button to alert pedestrians in front of the vehicle that you are about to start; 5. Release the vehicle's handbrake; 6. Lift the left foot until the clutch is in a semi-engaged state, and the vehicle begins to vibrate slightly; 7. As the vehicle starts to move, release the clutch and gently press the accelerator.
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