How to Park an Automatic Transmission Car?
2 Answers
Automatic transmission car parking steps are: 1. Press the foot brake to stop the car; 2. Shift the gear from D to N; 3. Pull the handbrake and turn off the engine; 4. Release the foot brake, but it is recommended not to turn off the power at this time to ensure that the car is completely stopped under the action of the handbrake; 5. Press the foot brake and shift the gear from N to P; 6. Release the foot brake; 7. Turn the key back, turn off the power, and pull out the key. Automatic transmission car gear description: P - Parking gear, starting gear; R - Reverse gear; N - Neutral gear, used for temporary parking; D - Drive gear, also known as forward gear; L - Low gear, used when going downhill or on long slopes; S - Sport mode, when this gear is engaged, the gear can be freely switched; OD - Overdrive gear.
When parking an automatic transmission car, I place great emphasis on safety: first, decelerate completely until the car comes to a full stop, ensuring the wheels are motionless while firmly pressing the brake pedal. Then, shift the gear lever to the P (Park) position, which locks the transmission to prevent any movement. Next, engage the handbrake or electronic parking brake for additional security—this is especially crucial when parking on an incline to avoid potential rollaway accidents. Finally, turn off the engine and cut the power. Throughout this process, never rush or skip any step—I’ve seen a friend’s car slightly slide and get scratched after only shifting to P without engaging the handbrake on a slope. Make it a habit to check the handbrake every time after parking, particularly at night or during rain/snow when roads are slippery, as this can prevent many mishaps. Safe driving lies in the details. After years of driving, I still adhere to this routine—it’s lifesaving and reassuring.
