What is the correct sequence for shutting down an automatic transmission vehicle?
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Automatic transmission shutdown sequence is as follows: 1. Straighten the steering wheel. 2. Turn off all electrical equipment, windows, and sunroof. 3. Press the foot brake and shift the gear to N. 4. Turn the key to shut off the engine. 5. Shift the gear to P, turn the key back, and remove it. 6. Engage the handbrake and release the foot brake. 7. Exit the vehicle, close the door, and lock it. Precautions for driving an automatic transmission vehicle: 1. When waiting at a red light, you can temporarily stop by pressing the brake while keeping the gear in D without harming the vehicle, because the torque converter in the transmission is equipped with a reaction wheel with a one-way clutch, which amplifies the torque from the engine crankshaft. It does not rotate at engine idle speed and only functions when the engine speed increases. 2. You can freely switch between forward gears while driving. Although these gears limit the maximum achievable gear, you can switch freely as long as the gear matches the speed. 3. When starting the vehicle to move, you must press the brake pedal to shift the gear lever from P or N to a driving gear. Releasing the brake pedal allows the vehicle to move slowly.