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Press the "P" button prior to turning off car

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Palacio, Apr 21, 2016.

  1. Palacio

    Palacio Junior Member

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    I just noticed if I turn off the car without putting it in park it would do it automatically. Is that safe or do you always put it in park first?
     
  2. DonDNH

    DonDNH Senior Member

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    I rarely use the P button. Just when I want to stop and let someone open the passenger side or back doors.
     
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  3. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    It will not hurt anything to use P before turning it off, but it is automatic if you don't.
     
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  4. mrbigh

    mrbigh Prius Absolutum Dominium

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    Ahhh, the Park button,.....you can skip that at Power Down...
     
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  5. Palacio

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    Nice!! The answer I was looking for. Thank you fellas
     
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    Either way is fine. Personal preference.