What is the sequence between handbrake and gear shifting?
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Handbrake and gear shifting sequence is to shift into gear first and then pull the handbrake. Below are the relevant introductions: 1. Subject Two: Subject Two, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment, referred to as the field driving skill test subject. The test items for small cars C1 and C2 include five mandatory items: reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves (commonly known as S-curves). Some regions also include a sixth item: high-speed card collection. Mastering the basic driving operation essentials and possessing the basic ability to control the vehicle; proficiently mastering the basic methods of field and road driving within the field, possessing the ability to reasonably use vehicle control components and correctly control the spatial position of the vehicle, and being able to accurately control the vehicle's driving position, speed, and route. 2. Preventing rollback: Shifting into gear first and then releasing the handbrake is to prevent the situation of the vehicle rolling back. If the handbrake is released first, the vehicle will be in neutral for a period before shifting into gear. If on an incline, the car in neutral may roll backward, leading to an accident.
I've been driving for over a decade and have developed a habit when parking: first press the brake and shift to neutral, then engage the handbrake firmly before releasing the foot brake, waiting until the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting to P mode. This operation transfers the vehicle's weight to the handbrake, protecting the transmission's locking mechanism. Especially when parking on slopes, if you shift directly to P mode, the transmission gears can get jammed tightly, resulting in a 'click' noise when shifting gears during the next startup. When starting off, always remember to press the brake first, shift to D mode, and then release the handbrake. This sequence prevents rolling and is particularly crucial for automatic transmission vehicles. Last week in an underground mall parking lot, I witnessed a car roll and hit the wall because the owner didn't engage the handbrake and shifted directly to P mode.
