Should You Shift to P Gear Before or After Turning Off the Engine When Parking?

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DelCarter
07/29/25 6:31pm
When parking, you should turn off the engine before shifting to P gear. The correct method for parking an automatic transmission vehicle is: 1. After reaching the parking spot, press the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a complete stop; 2. Shift the gear lever to N (Neutral) without releasing the foot brake; 3. Engage the handbrake, then release the foot brake; 4. After ensuring the vehicle is stable, press the foot brake again, shift to P (Park), and then exit the vehicle and lock it. Parking precautions include: 1. Maintain a greater distance from other vehicles in poor lighting conditions; 2. Always keep your right foot ready on the brake pedal; 3. Avoid slapping the car body or walking with your hand resting on the vehicle; 4. Roll down the windows and turn off the music; 5. Try to park as far away from obstacles as possible.
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