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What is the sequence of steps for driving an automatic transmission car?

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JosephLynn

07/23/25 7:59pm

Automatic transmission driving steps are as follows: 1. Fasten the seat belt; 2. Start the car by turning the ignition; 3. Press the brake and shift to D gear; 4. Release the handbrake; 5. Turn on the left turn signal; 6. Release the brake, press the accelerator, and straighten the turn signal to complete the start. Automatic transmission gears include: 1. P (Parking gear, starting gear); 2. R (Reverse gear); 3. N (Neutral gear); 4. D (Drive gear); 5. L (Low gear); 6. S (Sport mode); 7. OD (Overdrive gear). The correct way to use an automatic transmission is: 1. Start the vehicle in P or N gear, remove the gear lever from P gear while pressing the brake, turn on the power while pressing the brake, shift to N gear, and then shift to D gear after ignition; 2. When switching between N, D, and L gears, there is no need to press the shift button. When shifting from L gear to lower restricted gears, press the shift button, but shifting from lower to higher gears does not require pressing the shift button; 3. Do not shift into N gear while driving to coast; 4. Do not push into P gear while driving; 5. After driving, turn off the engine and shift into P gear before removing the key.

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Danielle

08/10/25 5:55pm

When I first got my driver's license, my instructor repeatedly emphasized the starting sequence for automatic transmission. First, sit firmly, adjust the seat and rearview mirror, and fasten the seatbelt. Then, press the brake pedal firmly with your right foot to start the engine. Wait until the dashboard indicators are normal, shift from P (Park) to D (Drive), and don't forget to release the handbrake first. Slowly lift the brake to let the car creep, then gently press the accelerator to start moving. The parking procedure is even more important: after the car comes to a complete stop, shift to N (Neutral) and engage the handbrake, then shift to P (Park) and turn off the engine only after it's fully stopped. For red lights lasting more than 30 seconds, I shift to N (Neutral) and engage the handbrake to protect the transmission. Once these steps become habitual, driving becomes much smoother.

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