The Correct Steps to Park a BMW?

[DelEzra]

Depress the brake pedal of the BMW to slow down the vehicle and safely stop it on the road. Shift the BMW's gear lever to the P (Park) position and pull up the electronic parking brake switch. Press the BMW's one-touch start button to turn off the vehicle.

[JonathanMarie]

Every time I park, I habitually press the brake pedal slowly to ensure the car comes to a complete stop, then immediately shift into P gear—this sequence must not be messed up. BMW's electronic parking brake button is conveniently located on the center console; a light press activates it, avoiding the hassle of old-fashioned handbrake levers. If parking on a slope, always remember to turn the steering wheel toward the curb to prevent rolling. Before turning off the engine, I double-check that all lights and windows are closed to avoid battery drain or theft. Finally, pressing the key fob to lock the car and hearing two beeps gives me peace of mind. BMW also features an Auto Hold function, which automatically engages the brakes at red lights, but remember to manually turn off the engine when parked to prevent unnecessary fuel consumption from prolonged idling. These steps may seem simple, but once they become habits, my car has run smoothly for ten years without major issues—safe and worry-free.