Can I Not Engage the Handbrake When in P Gear?
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You can not engage the handbrake when shifting to P gear because P gear is both a neutral gear and has a braking mechanism. The direct function of shifting to P gear is parking. When stopping on a level road, shifting to P gear puts the car's transmission in a neutral operating state, completely interrupting the power transmission between the engine and the output shaft. Function of P Gear: P gear is both a neutral gear and has a braking mechanism, so the direct function of shifting to P gear is parking. When stopping on a level road, shifting to P gear puts the car's transmission in a neutral operating state, completely interrupting the power transmission between the engine and the output shaft. Shifting Tips: When waiting at a red light, you can shift to N gear instead of staying in D gear with the brake pedal pressed. In the event of a rear-end collision, the car may be impacted and move forward, potentially damaging the transmission. Therefore, if the waiting time at a red light is long, you can shift to N gear and engage the handbrake.