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Old 08-12-06, 08:51   #18 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by juster
I always use the parking brake, manual or automatic transmission.

I don’t know about other cars, but my Honda Civic’s manual says “If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park. This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in the transmission.”

Notice that it says "before" you shift into Park. I've gotten into the habit of shifting into Neutral, set the brake, and then put it into Park.
Hmm, that's interesting. I've never heard of that before but maybe I'll try it.

I use mine once in a while but I'm not sure how you guys can drive off with it on. On my dashboard I get an indicator light that shows me I have it on and I always check the dash before I reverse out of my driveway.

I have always wanted to pull it up and do a turn while driving. lol Just to see what would happen but of course I never would.
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