What is the procedure for parking a manual transmission car?

[VonAshley]

Manual transmission parking procedure: 1. First press the brake pedal, and when the speed decreases to nearly stopping, press the clutch pedal to ensure safety; 2. When parking on a flat road surface, shift into 1st gear; 3. When parking on an uphill slope, shift into a forward gear; 4. When parking on a downhill slope, shift into reverse gear. When starting, first press the clutch pedal, shift to neutral, and after the car starts, shift into the starting gear. A manual transmission is a manual gearbox, meaning the gear lever must be manually operated to change the gear meshing device inside the transmission, altering the gear ratio to achieve speed variation. Its working principle involves using the shift fork to change the transmission ratio of the meshing gears, thereby altering the driving torque to suit different operating conditions.

[SanMia]

I've been driving manual transmission for many years. When parking, I always decelerate to a complete stop, then press the clutch pedal to shift into neutral to protect the gearbox, followed by engaging the handbrake to prevent the vehicle from rolling. Finally, I turn off the engine and remove the key to save fuel. This process is simple and effective, with the key point being to ensure the engine is not under load. Especially when parking on a slope, I'll pull the handbrake tighter or use stones to chock the wheels to prevent rolling back and damaging the car. Beginners often forget to engage the handbrake, leading to accidents, so developing good habits is crucial. When driving in congested city traffic, frequent stops won't cause much wear as long as you shift into neutral. Safety always comes first.

[McNatalie]

When I first started learning manual transmission, my instructor emphasized the parking steps: gradually decelerate to a complete stop, press the clutch and shift to the N (neutral) position, immediately engage the handbrake to secure the wheels, and then turn off the engine to save fuel. Initially, I often forgot to shift to neutral, causing the engine to jerk, but after more practice, it became smoother. After parking, I also check the lights and doors to ensure they are closed, preventing theft due to forgetting to lock the car. On different road surfaces, such as after rain, I wait a few extra seconds to ensure the vehicle is stable. This routine has helped me avoid many troubles, and sticking to it has made it second nature.

[AngeloAnn]

I often help friends adjust their cars. The manual transmission parking procedure is quite simple: after the vehicle comes to a complete stop, press the clutch, shift to neutral to release power, engage the handbrake firmly to ensure the vehicle doesn't move, and finally turn off the engine. This prevents damage to the drivetrain, such as prolonged load causing transmission overheating. Compared to automatic transmissions, it eliminates complex steps, but beginners may find the operation unfamiliar—it's recommended to practice a few times to get used to it. While parking, it's also a good idea to check tire pressure or the fuel gauge, saving the need for extra maintenance.