Is There a Specific Order Between Shifting to Neutral and Pulling the Handbrake?
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Whether to shift to neutral first or pull the handbrake first depends on whether it's a manual transmission or an automatic transmission vehicle. The sequence for manual and automatic transmission vehicles: Manual transmission vehicles: Pull the handbrake first, then shift to neutral. Automatic transmission vehicles: Shift to neutral first, then pull the handbrake. Detailed steps for parking manual and automatic transmission vehicles: For manual transmission vehicles: First, press the brake pedal to slow down the car, then hold the brake to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Pull the handbrake, shift the gear to neutral. Turn off the engine, exit the vehicle, and lock the doors. For automatic transmission vehicles: First, press the brake pedal to slow down the car, then hold the brake to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Shift the gear to neutral, pull the handbrake, and after the car comes to a complete stop, shift to P (Park), turn off the engine, exit the vehicle, and lock the doors.