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What are the correct steps to start and stop an automatic transmission car?

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OliviaLynn

09/07/25 6:33am

Press the brake, shift gears, then shift from N to D, release the handbrake, lift the foot brake, and start. When the RPM rises to the shifting range, slightly release the throttle and then press it again. When going uphill, shift to 1 or 2 gear; when going downhill, shift to the limiting gear. Press the brake - tighten the handbrake - push into P gear - gently lift the foot brake - remove the key.

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EmmettDella

09/19/25 5:44am

I've been driving automatic transmission cars for over a decade and would like to share some experience: First press the brake pedal when getting in the car, make sure the gear is in P position before starting the engine. After starting, don't rush to shift gears - let the car warm up for about ten seconds and wait for the RPM to stabilize before operating. Then press the brake pedal to shift to D gear, release the electronic parking brake or foot brake for smooth starting. When parking, first press the brake pedal to stop completely, then shift to N gear and engage the handbrake firmly, then shift to P gear, finally turn off the engine and remove the key. Especially when parking on slopes, always engage the handbrake before shifting to P gear, otherwise the transmission may get stuck. Automatic transmission operation is simple, but wrong sequences can wear parts and may damage the transmission in the long run.

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Ted

11/02/25 6:05am

Both of my cars are automatic transmissions, and I'm very particular about my parking procedure: after the car comes to a complete stop, I first shift to Neutral (N), firmly press the foot brake, engage the electronic parking brake, and only then shift to Park (P). When starting the car, I press the brake to ignite the engine, check the dashboard for any warning lights, and then shift gears. Remember, during a cold start, don't immediately shift to Drive (D) and stomp on the accelerator—transmission fluid needs time to circulate. At red lights lasting over 30 seconds, I shift to Neutral (N) and engage the parking brake to reduce transmission load. Once, I forgot to shift to Park (P) before turning off the engine, and the gear lever got stuck the next time I started the car. The key to operating an automatic transmission is protecting the gearbox—getting the steps wrong can lead to expensive repairs.

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