Why does the BMW X5 automatically shift to P gear when waiting at a red light?
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Reasons why the BMW X5 automatically shifts to P gear when waiting at a red light: Accidentally pressing the P gear button: After parking, you or someone else in the car may have accidentally pressed the P gear button. Door not closed properly: The driver's side door is open or not fully closed, and the brake is not pressed. Many owners experience the gear automatically shifting to P when in D gear upon starting, only to later find out it was due to the door not being closed properly. Ignition turned off: If the ignition is turned off, the engine shuts down, and the gear will automatically shift from R or D to P gear. Radio in standby mode: If the radio is in standby mode, the engine shuts down, and the gear will also automatically shift from R or D to P gear. Reasons for the ignition automatically turning off: Transmission control program malfunction: If there is a malfunction in the transmission control program, you can try reprogramming the transmission computer.