Can I shift to P gear after the automatic transmission stalls?
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It is possible to shift to P gear after the automatic transmission stalls. However, in practice, many car models do not support this operation. Many models are set at the factory to require shifting to P gear before stalling, otherwise the engine cannot be turned off. For automatic transmission cars, when parking and stalling, the principle is to ensure that the handbrake is engaged, and the handbrake must be engaged before shifting to P gear. Here is more information: 1. The theoretical parking operation for automatic transmission: first reduce the speed to zero, then shift to neutral, engage the handbrake, and then shift to P gear. Some online statements claim that not following this sequence can cause significant damage to the transmission. In reality, strictly speaking, whether you stall first or shift to P gear first makes little difference. 2. The vehicle must be completely stopped before using P gear, otherwise the mechanical parts of the automatic transmission may be damaged. Additionally, automatic transmission vehicles are equipped with a neutral start switch, ensuring the engine can only be started in "P" or "N" gear to prevent accidental sudden forward movement if started in other gears.