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Many modern vehicles have a safety feature that automatically shifts the transmission into park when a door is opened, a feature intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling away.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Safety Feature:
This automatic "park" function is designed to prevent accidents, especially when someone opens a door while the vehicle is in motion or if the driver forgets to shift into park.
How it Works:
The car's sensors detect when a door is opened, and the system automatically engages the parking brake or shifts the transmission into park.
Why it's a Safety Feature:
This feature is particularly helpful in situations where a driver might be distracted or forget to put the car in park before exiting, potentially leading to a rolling vehicle.
Overriding the Feature:
While the feature is generally intended to be a safety measure, some drivers find it inconvenient. There may be situations where it is necessary to override the automatic park function, such as when maneuvering in a tight space or when the vehicle is in reverse and the door is opened.
How to Disable (If Possible):
Some vehicles may have a way to disable or adjust this feature through the vehicle's settings, but it is important to note that there is no OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) approved way to disable return to park.
Alternative Solutions:
If the automatic park feature is a recurring inconvenience, some drivers have found workarounds, such as holding down the door jam sensor to trick the vehicle into thinking the door is closed.
Note:
Some vehicles, like the F150, have this feature
I often used to reverse the LR with the door open cant do this with the Grenadier why did they do this it cant be any good for the transmission I thought it had broken the first time it happened . Why Ineos?
