What is the correct parking procedure for an automatic transmission car?

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VanAriel
07/29/25 3:44pm
The correct parking procedure for an automatic transmission car is: 1. First, press the brake pedal and wait for the car to come to a complete stop; 2. Shift the gear from D (Drive) to N (Neutral), then engage the handbrake; 3. Finally, turn off the engine, and after the engine is off, shift the gear to P (Park). Modern car technology is highly advanced, and automatic transmission cars can generally be turned off in either N or P gear without causing damage to the engine. Although P gear is the parking gear, it should not be used as a substitute for the handbrake. When parking on a slope, while shifting to P gear can keep the car stationary, it is advisable to also use the handbrake to prevent the car from rolling, especially on steeper inclines.
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