What are the steps to park and turn off a BMW?
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The correct steps to turn off a BMW are: first, press the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a complete stop, shift into N (Neutral) gear, then engage the electronic parking brake, press the ignition button to turn off the engine, shift into P (Park) gear, wait for the dashboard to return to 0, and finally remove the car key. BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG), fully known in Chinese as Bavarian Motor Works, is a German luxury automobile brand. BMW's vehicle series include the i, X, Z, and pure numeric models, with series such as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. Below are the steps to park and turn off an automatic transmission car: 1. After the vehicle comes to a complete stop, shift into P or N gear, then turn off the engine. 2. If parking on a slope, first shift into N gear, then turn off the engine, engage the parking brake, release the foot brake, and finally shift into P gear.
I've been driving a BMW for many years, and every time I park and turn off the engine, I follow a fixed procedure to ensure the car remains in good condition. When parking, I first slow down, steadily pull into the parking spot, and check the rearview mirror to confirm safety. Then, I shift into P (Park) to lock the transmission, making sure I hear the click to confirm it's properly engaged. Next, I engage the electronic parking brake, and the dashboard light comes on to prevent rolling. Finally, I press the start-stop button to turn off the engine. After the engine shuts down, I check that the lights, air conditioning, and radio are all turned off to avoid draining the battery. Beginners often forget to shift into P before turning off the engine, which can damage the transmission—repairs are expensive. Although BMW's systems are smart, human operation must be standardized. Developing good habits can extend the vehicle's lifespan. Over ten years, my car has never had any issues—details make all the difference.
