What are the precautions for driving an automatic transmission car?

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DeColeman
07/24/25 5:48pm
Precautions for driving an automatic transmission car include: 1. Do not coast in neutral; 2. Do not slam on the brakes or accelerator; 3. Do not shift gears before the car comes to a complete stop. The method for starting an automatic transmission car is: 1. After sitting in the driver's seat, press the start button, and the ACC light will illuminate; 2. Press the start button again for the vehicle to perform a self-check; 3. Depress the brake and press the start button to ignite and start the engine; 4. Depress the foot brake, shift to D gear, and release the handbrake. An automatic transmission does not require the driver to manually shift gears; the vehicle will automatically select the appropriate gear based on the driving speed and traffic conditions. The gears are divided into: 1. P gear (Parking gear), also the starting gear; 2. R gear (Reverse gear); 3. N gear (Neutral); 4. D gear (Drive gear), also known as the driving gear; 5. L gear (Low gear); 6. S gear (Sport mode).
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StElijah
08/10/25 8:17am
Driving an automatic transmission car is really worry-free, but there are some small details to pay attention to. Having driven for over a decade, I've summarized some experience: Always press the brake firmly when starting the ignition, otherwise the car might lurch forward, which is dangerous. When parking, especially on a slope, engage the handbrake first before shifting to P gear to avoid putting pressure on the transmission. During normal driving, try not to suddenly shift from D gear to R or P while moving, as it can damage components. At red lights, I usually shift to N gear and engage the handbrake to give the transmission a rest, though some say staying in D gear with the brake pressed is fine. Never try coasting in neutral - it might seem fuel-efficient but actually consumes more and harms the car. In winter, warm up the car for a few minutes before driving to get the oil temperature up for smoother operation. In short, while automatics are convenient, don't be careless - check transmission fluid levels during every maintenance and fix any issues early.
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AnaFitz
09/26/25 2:34am
As a novice driver who just got the license, it's easy to get started with an automatic transmission, but there are some easily overlooked points. First, the operation is simple: press the brake and the start button before starting, don't release it too quickly; just shift to D gear to start. When parking, make sure the car is completely stopped before shifting to P gear to avoid damage. While driving, remember not to shift gears too hastily, such as when reversing into R gear—take it slow to avoid collisions. Safety comes first; you can use the vehicle's built-in hill start assist function on slopes for stability. If the red light is long, I shift to N gear and pull the handbrake to rest my foot; for short waits, just press the brake. Coasting in neutral is absolutely not allowed—it neither saves fuel nor is safe. Usually, read the manual more often, drive more on suburban roads to get familiar, and ask experienced drivers or go to the repair shop promptly if there are issues—don't delay.
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