What is the correct sequence to start an automatic transmission vehicle?

[VanWilliam]

Starting sequence for an automatic transmission vehicle: 1. Turn the ignition key to the power position to initiate the vehicle computer system self-check for approximately 6 seconds; 2. Depress the foot brake and shift the gear from P to N, then turn the ignition key to the start position to fire up the engine after releasing the foot brake; 3. Depress the foot brake again, release the parking brake, shift from N to D gear, then gradually release the foot brake. Shutdown sequence for automatic transmission: 1. Keep the foot brake depressed and shift to N gear; 2. Engage the parking brake and shift to P gear; 3. Release the foot brake and turn the key to shut off the engine. Important notes for automatic transmission operation: 1. Ensure the gear is in N or P position before ignition, and always depress the brake when starting; 2. Gear shifting should be timely, precise, decisive and swift - avoid sluggish operation; 3. Upshift after acceleration, downshift after deceleration; 4. Use D gear for normal driving on flat roads; 5. No need to press the shift button when switching between N, D and 3rd gears.