How to start a car?
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Experienced drivers have a question about how correctlyto start a car, does not arise at all, but for newcomers who only recently purchased a car or are just going to buy it, this information is more than useful and necessary.
On how correctly you start your ownthe car, first of all, depends on the engine's engine life, its health and, as a consequence, the stability and reliability of its operation. There are a number of rules, the implementation of which will allow the engine to remain operational for a long time.
We start the car with manual transmission
First we will consider the question of how to start a car with a mechanical gearbox.
First of all put the shift leverin a neutral position. This is done with the clutch pedal depressed (turn off the clutch of the engine with the gearbox), the parking brake must be in the closed position. Then, when the clutch pedal is pressed out, turn on the ignition by inserting the key into the lock and turning it clockwise until an audible click is heard. At the same time on the dashboard, the oil pressure warning indicators, battery charging should light up. This indicates that the ignition system is on.
The next turn of the key is clockwisewe start the starter, after a few seconds, if the engine systems are working properly, it should start, as will be indicated by the characteristic sound of the running motor. Another evidence that the engine wound up and works is that the control indicators that lighted up at the start should go out. To visualize this, it is desirable to find a lesson on the Internet about how to start a car. Video, or rather its many variants, will be offered to you in large volume.
We start a car with automatic transmission
Next, consider the question of how to start a machine. In normal conditions, in order to properly start a car with an automatic transmission, you must perform the following actions:
- We put, if it does not cost, the selector of switching of speeds in position "P" (parking).
- Push the brake pedal.
- We start the engine without releasing the brake pedal. We insert the key into the lock, turn it clockwise until a characteristic click, while the indicator lights on the dashboard, and the petrol pump also starts. After the indicators go out, turn the ignition key clockwise until the starter starts, the key can be released, it will return to its original state. If the engine does not start, take 2-3 more attempts with a break of 30 seconds. If the engine system is in good condition, the motor must start.
- After the box warms up, move the selector to the "R" or "D" position, proceeding from the direction in which to start the movement.
- Let's release the brake pedal and start moving.
Important point after starting the engine: it must be heated for some time. This is necessary to start the normal operation of the engine lubrication system, since oil mist - the main source of lubrication of pistons and cylinders - does not form immediately. It is recommended to warm up at idle with the number of engine revolutions slightly exceeding the number of idle turns.
While the engine is warming up, it is possible to wipe the windows or clean the car from snow. By the way, about the snow. In winter, there are rules of how to start the car in severe frosts.
Actually, the problem of starting the engine in the wintertime deserves special attention, so it's better to get acquainted with the methods of solving it by clicking on the link. Experienced drivers prepare for winter in advance, and training is not only to replace summer tires with winter tires. The question that we covered in the article is very important for every driver, since the correct institution of the car is directly connected with the work of the vehicle and, therefore, with the safety and comfort of driving.
