What is the difference between P and N in an automatic transmission?

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ElianaLynn
07/29/25 3:32pm
Difference between P and N in an automatic transmission: 1. Different gear functions: P stands for Park; N stands for Neutral. 2. Different gear structures: The P gear has an internal locking mechanism that locks the transmission gears, preventing the vehicle from moving even without the handbrake; The N gear has no locking mechanism, allowing the vehicle to move when in N gear even without the handbrake. 3. Different usage scenarios: P gear is used when parking and turning off the engine; N gear is used for short stops without turning off the engine. It is not recommended to use P gear when waiting at a red light. If the vehicle is rear-ended by another car at this time, the transmission may be damaged. Simply shift to N gear when waiting at a red light.
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