What are the correct steps to start and park an automatic transmission car?
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The correct steps to start and park an automatic transmission car are as follows: Starting: 1. After sitting in the driver's seat, do not press the brake pedal, simply press the start button once. At this point, the ACC light will turn on, and the vehicle will perform a self-check. Note: If it is a mechanical key ignition, turn the ignition key to the second position, to the ACC (accessory) position, allowing the car's computer system to begin the self-check for at least 6 seconds or more. 2. Ensure the handbrake is engaged and the gear is in P (Park) or Neutral. Press the brake pedal and press the start button again to ignite and start the engine. Note: For mechanical keys, directly turn the ignition key to the ON position to start the engine. 3. Release the foot brake. You may choose to warm up the car for 1-3 minutes; specifically, check the coolant temperature gauge on the dashboard. When the needle reaches 90 degrees, it indicates the car is sufficiently warmed up. 4. Press the foot brake again, shift to D (Drive), and release the handbrake (for electronic handbrakes, simply press the button briefly). 5. Observe road conditions, watch for approaching vehicles from behind and pedestrians on the side. You may turn on the turn signal when starting, slowly release the foot brake, gently press the accelerator, and complete the starting process. Parking: 1. Release the accelerator and press the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a smooth stop. 2. Shift the gear from D to N (Neutral). 3. Engage the handbrake (for electronic handbrakes, pull up the button). 4. Release the foot brake but do not turn off the power (this is to confirm the car is completely stationary under the handbrake's effect, preventing the P gear from locking). 5. Continue pressing the foot brake and shift the gear from N to P (Park). 6. Release the foot brake, press the start button to turn off the power, and the parking process is complete. Note: For mechanical keys, simply turn the key back to the OFF position, turn off the power, and remove the key.
