What Happens If You Turn Off the Engine Without Engaging the Handbrake?

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CodyRose
07/25/25 10:21am
Turning off the engine without engaging the handbrake does not affect the brake pads. However, it can impact the metal cables of the handbrake. It is not necessary to pull the handbrake too high; even when parking on a slope, it is not recommended to pull it too high. Instead, you can place bricks in front of or behind the wheels. After parking and turning off the engine, it is essential to engage the handbrake first, as it benefits the vehicle. This is a standard regulation for all manufacturers and models. Here are the specific reasons: Engaging the handbrake after turning off the engine is a default rule: After parking the car with the gear engaged, not using the handbrake offers no benefits and only causes harm. Every manufacturer and model mandates engaging the handbrake after parking and turning off the engine. No model allows parking and turning off the engine with only the gear engaged and no handbrake. Risks of not engaging the handbrake: For gasoline vehicles, parking on a flat surface and turning off the engine with only the gear engaged and no handbrake may keep the car stable, but it provides no benefits to the vehicle and poses potential risks.
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