Should I engage the handbrake first or shift to P first?
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Engage the handbrake first and then shift to P. The reasons for engaging the handbrake first are as follows: 1. Less damage: By engaging the handbrake before shifting to P, the main stress is borne by the parking system, which does not put pressure on the transmission and thus avoids damage. 2. Different stress points: If you shift to P first and then engage the handbrake, the pressure is transferred to the transmission, whereas engaging the handbrake first transfers the pressure to the handbrake. 3. Easier start: Even if the car is parked on an inclined road, you can still rely on the braking force of the handbrake to hold the car in place before shifting into P.