Can You Start the Engine Directly in P Gear?
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You can start the engine directly in P gear. Here are the specific details about P gear: 1. P gear is the most common gear in automatic transmission models, usually located at the foremost position of the gearshift console, in front of the R gear, designed to lock the axle when the car is stationary on a slope. 2. Both P gear and N gear are neutral gears, where the power generated at the engine's input end cannot be transmitted to the transmission's output end. This is why drivers often experience a slight slide after parking in P gear on uneven surfaces. 3. When in N gear, all gears in the automatic transmission can rotate freely; but when in P gear, the output gears of the transmission are locked and stationary.
You can start the engine directly in P gear, absolutely no problem, I can assure you of that. Because automotive engineers have preset safety mechanisms for starting in the parking gear during design. The P gear locks the transmission to prevent the vehicle from sliding. When you start, just press the brake and ignite, the whole process is smooth and safe. I've been driving for almost 20 years and tried various situations. Starting in other gears like D or R may pose risks, such as sudden vehicle movement or transmission damage, but there's no such concern with P gear. Many modern cars even have ignition protection—they won't start unless in P gear. Remember this, develop good habits, it's also beneficial for the vehicle's lifespan and saves unnecessary repair troubles.
