Why can't the Buick Regal shift into P gear?
1 Answers
If the Buick Regal cannot shift into P gear, it may be due to a misaligned small latch inside, as the P gear has a locking mechanism. If this doesn't resolve the issue, it could be an internal transmission problem, and it is recommended to visit a professional auto repair shop for maintenance. Introduction to P gear: P gear is one of the most common gears in automatic transmission vehicles, usually located at the foremost position of the gear shift console, in front of the R gear. Its purpose is to lock the axle when the car is stationary on a slope. Main uses: P gear is a special neutral gear that mechanically locks the output shaft of the transmission to secure the vehicle. Its function is to act as a parking brake, preventing the vehicle from moving. For practical safety reasons, car manufacturers place the P gear in the first position of the gear shift console and set an internal mechanism that forces the car key to be removable only when the gear shift lever is moved to the P gear position. Therefore, P gear is specifically designed for parking and long-term stopping in automatic transmission cars.