Subject: Why you always set the parking brake with an automatic trans

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From Bob Sprock,

I recently had the shifter cable fail on my 06 Coupe.

This allowed the car to roll even though it was indicated to be in Park.

Fortunately, I applied the parking brake before there was a collision.

I was unaware this could even happen, so be warned!

Regards,

Bob

Thanks Bob! We'll all keep that in mind with our auto transmission cars. Angie and I have been driving 6 speed manuals for years and even with the new C7 Auto, we apply the parking brake every time. It's just a habit now.

Kai