What are the correct steps for starting and parking an automatic transmission car?

[VanEdward]

Correct steps for starting an automatic transmission car 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 to 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. Correct steps for parking an automatic transmission car are: 1. Press the foot brake to stop the car; 2. Shift the gear from D to N; 3. Engage the handbrake and turn off the engine; 4. Press the foot brake and shift the gear from N to P; 5. Release the foot brake; 6. Turn back the key, turn off the power, and pull out the key.

[AaliyahRose]

Before starting, check the dashboard to ensure no warning lights are on, then adjust the seat and mirrors. Press the brake pedal with your right foot, turn the key to start the engine, and wait for the RPM to stabilize before shifting to D gear. Release the handbrake or turn off the electronic parking brake, then slowly lift your foot off the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward gradually. When lightly pressing the accelerator to speed up, pay attention to road conditions and avoid sudden acceleration. When parking, first press the brake to come to a complete stop, then shift to N gear, engage the handbrake or activate the electronic parking brake, switch to P gear, and turn off the engine. Finally, close all windows and the sunroof, and don’t forget to lock the car.

[Debbie]

I've been driving automatic transmission cars for over a decade. Starting is actually quite simple: press the brake fully to start the engine, warm up the car for half a minute (good for the engine), shift to D gear, release the handbrake, and gently lift the brake to move naturally. For parking, remember three steps: after coming to a complete stop with the brake, first engage the handbrake before shifting to P gear - this prevents strain on the transmission. On slopes, press the electronic parking button one extra time. Daily tips: avoid stomping the accelerator when starting a cold engine, wait until the coolant temperature normalizes before accelerating, and start more slowly in rainy conditions to prevent skidding.

[StMolly]

Five steps for beginners to start an automatic transmission car: Fasten the seatbelt and press the brake, start the engine, shift to D gear, release the handbrake, and gently release the brake to start moving. To park, first come to a complete stop, shift to N gear, then engage the handbrake before shifting to P gear and turning off the engine. Remember, for key ignition, wait for the self-check lights to go off; for push-button start, hold the brake and press the start button. When parking on a slope, first firmly engage the electronic handbrake before shifting to P gear to avoid rolling and damaging the transmission. New drivers often forget to release the handbrake; pay attention to the warning light on the dashboard.

[LaOlive]

The key to starting and stopping an automatic transmission is to protect the gearbox. Starting sequence: Press the brake - Start the engine - Shift to D gear - Release the handbrake - Lift the brake - Gently apply throttle. Different parking scenarios: On flat ground, stop completely and directly shift to P gear and engage the handbrake; On a slope, first shift to N gear, firmly engage the handbrake, release the brake to let the car stabilize, then shift to P gear. For traffic lights exceeding 30 seconds, it is recommended to shift to N gear and engage the handbrake to reduce the burden on the gearbox. Avoid holding the car in D gear with the brake pressed while waiting at lights in daily driving, as this can easily cause overheating.

[LeLogan]

After pressing the brake to start the engine, wait for the tachometer to stabilize before proceeding. Always press the brake firmly before shifting gears, and make sure the shift button is fully engaged. When starting, gently release the brake to utilize idle speed for fuel-efficient movement. The key to parking lies in the final steps: once the car is completely stopped, shift to N (Neutral), engage the handbrake, release the brake to confirm the car doesn't move, then shift to P (Park) and turn off the engine. Remember, automatic transmissions are most vulnerable when parked on a slope in P without the handbrake, as this can lock the transmission gears. During daily driving, avoid holding the brake in D (Drive) for extended periods at traffic lights; switching to N with the handbrake is better for the vehicle.