What are the consequences of shifting to P gear while driving?

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Shifting into P gear while driving an automatic transmission car can damage the locking mechanism inside the transmission, as well as the shift switch within the transmission. Below is relevant information about the P gear: 1. Introduction: 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. 2. Function: 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. For safety reasons, car manufacturers place the P gear in the first position of the gear shift console and set an internal mechanism that forces the car key to be removable only when the shift lever is moved to the P gear. Therefore, the P gear is specifically designed for long-term parking in automatic transmission cars.