Which gear should be used for temporary parking?
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Here are two situations for gear selection during temporary parking: 1. Manual transmission vehicles: Generally, manual cars should be shifted to neutral gear and the handbrake should be engaged. 2. Automatic transmission vehicles: Generally, automatic cars should be shifted to P gear. Below is an introduction to automatic transmission gears: 1. P (parking) gear: Represents the parking gear. 2. R (reverse) gear: Represents the reverse gear. 3. N (neutral) gear: Represents the neutral gear. 4. D (drive) gear: Represents the forward gear. 5. S (sport) gear: Represents the sports mode.
When driving, I often encounter situations where I need to make a temporary stop, such as waiting at a red light or picking someone up by the roadside. My car is an automatic, and for these brief stops, I usually shift to N (Neutral) and hold the brake, which is simple and worry-free. Keeping it in D (Drive) while holding the brake is also fine, but doing so for extended periods can increase the burden on the braking system. I remember when driving a manual transmission car, I would simply shift to neutral and engage the handbrake. For temporary stops on a slope, I am extra cautious and always apply the handbrake to prevent the car from rolling. Using P (Park) is only suitable for long-term parking, as using it temporarily can increase the risk of transmission wear, especially if the car is rear-ended, which might cause damage. Overall, for short stops, keeping it in N or D while holding the brake is the most practical approach.
