Shifting directly into reverse while starting journey- Is it harmful for engine?

Asked by Abbas_K Nov 01, 2015 at 01:47 AM

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It's certainly not a good idea, especially the transmission. Is this a rethorical question or what?

From my parking I need to start car by taking it into reverse gear, So for engine piston is it good to start with reverse?

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