How Long Should a Car Cool Down After Stopping?
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After stopping the car, idling for three minutes is necessary for cooling down following high-speed or long-distance driving. For short trips or city driving, deliberate idling for cooling is unnecessary. Temporary parking of the car: If temporary parking is needed during driving (parking for 1-3 minutes), the engine is generally not turned off for immediate restart. In this case, first press the brake pedal and the clutch pedal (for automatic transmission cars, only the brake pedal needs to be pressed), then engage the handbrake, shift the gear lever to neutral, remove both feet from the pedals, and both hands can also release the steering wheel, allowing the body to relax and rest. Long-term parking: Parking upon reaching the destination usually involves a longer parking duration. Before parking, ensure the steering wheel is straightened, aligning the front wheels in a straight driving position.