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everytime i pull into my parking lot, a few feet before i stop my car, i put in neutral and just turn it off. the car is automatic. when i stop the car, then i put it in park and take the key out. my question is: will this affect my car engine in any way?
first off,,if you stop the engine and the cars still rolling,you got no power brakes,power steering,or any ability to stop suddenly example if someone walks out,so not recommended.also your transmisiion will suffer because it isnt advisable to run the car in neutral,,,, ever.so,stop,park then shut it off.
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Sean Halliday
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general auto repair,japanese,bmw,mercedes,mini cooper 1960/2009,general british cars,ford.I DO NOT work on automatic transmissions.Manual transissions i install clutches only.Many people ask me to diagnose noises from their cars,unfortunately i cannot do this unless i hear it.As you appreciate,vehicles can and will make a variety of noises.I DONT UPGRADE or fit aftermarket performace kits,parts,chips,only replacement parts.
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40 years experience on all general auto repair.
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