The correct procedure for starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission is:
1. Start the engine. Make sure the gear shift lever is in the “P” (Park) position.
2. Press the brake pedal. Keep it pressed throughout the entire process.
3. Move the gear shift lever to the “D” (Drive) position.
4. Take your foot off the brake pedal and gently press the gas pedal. The car will begin to move forward.
5. Accelerate smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration to avoid damaging the transmission.
Additional tips:
* Before driving, check the position of the gear shift lever and make sure that the brake pedal is depressed.
* If the vehicle is on a slope, use the parking brake to prevent it from rolling backwards.
* If the car does not move, check the transmission fluid level and make sure there are no problems.
* Do not keep the vehicle in gear with the brake pedal engaged for a long time, as this may cause the transmission to overheat.
* If you need to stop at a traffic light or in a traffic jam, move the gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position and press the brake pedal.
* When you are ready to drive again, move the gear lever back to the “D” position.