What does the p light on mean?

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When the p light in a car is on, it indicates that the parking brake is engaged, meaning the handbrake is in the braking position and has not been released. If the handbrake has already been released, it is recommended to check for any issues with the handbrake, such as insufficient brake fluid, incomplete release of the handbrake, or abnormal connection of the handbrake cable. Generally, if the handbrake warning light is on, it means the handbrake is not fully released; the light will automatically turn off once the handbrake is properly released. Here is some additional information: 1. P gear: The "P" in P gear comes from the first letter of the English word "park," so in automatic transmission cars, P gear represents the parking gear. 2. Function of P gear: P gear evolved from N gear. In addition to putting the transmission into neutral mode, it also features a pawl inside the transmission that locks the gear on the output shaft, creating a mechanical lock to secure the drive axle and keep the vehicle stationary or prevent slight movement.