Should You Turn Off the Engine First or Shift to P Gear First in an Automatic Transmission?

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For automatic transmission vehicles, you should first shift to P gear before turning off the engine. Here is the relevant information: 1. P Gear: The P gear is the most common gear in automatic transmission models, usually located at the foremost position of the gear shift console, in front of the R gear. Its purpose is to lock the axle when the car is stationary on a slope. The P gear is a special neutral gear that mechanically locks the output shaft of the transmission to secure the vehicle. Its function is to act as a brake after parking, preventing the vehicle from moving. 2. Parking on a Slope: If you park on a slope, you must engage the handbrake after turning off the engine in N gear; otherwise, the car may roll. If you use the P gear on a slope, you don't have to worry about the car rolling, but this doesn't mean you can skip the handbrake when parking in P gear. Always engage the handbrake before getting out of the car to avoid unexpected situations.