Apply the Handbrake First or Shift to P First?
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Apply the handbrake first and then shift to P. Below is a detailed explanation of why you should apply the handbrake first: Less Damage: Applying the handbrake before shifting to P means the main stress is borne by the parking system, not the transmission, thus avoiding damage. Different Stress Points: If you shift to P first and then apply the handbrake, the pressure is transferred to the transmission. Conversely, applying the handbrake first transfers the pressure to the handbrake. Smaller Starting Action: When you apply the handbrake first and then shift to P, even if the car is parked on an inclined road, you can still rely on the handbrake's braking force to hold the car before engaging the P gear.