How to Stop a Car Without Stopping the Engine

Why Would You Want to Do This?

There are a few reasons why you might want to stop your car without stopping the engine. For example, you might need to:

Get out of the car to check something

Let someone else drive

Keep the air conditioning or heat running

Charge your phone

How to Do It

There are two main ways to stop a car without stopping the engine:

1. **Use the parking brake.** This is the most common way to stop a car without stopping the engine. Simply pull up on the parking brake lever until the car is stationary.
2. **Put the car in neutral and hold your foot on the brake.** This method is not as safe as using the parking brake, but it can be used in a pinch. Simply shift the car into neutral and then hold your foot on the brake pedal.

Tips

* Once you have stopped the car, be sure to engage the parking brake before getting out of the car. This will prevent the car from rolling away.
* If you are going to be out of the car for a long period of time, it is a good idea to turn off the engine. This will help to conserve fuel and prevent the battery from draining.

Warnings

* Never leave your car running unattended. This is a safety hazard and could lead to the car being stolen.
* Be careful when using the parking brake. If the parking brake is not engaged properly, the car could roll away.
* Do not hold your foot on the brake pedal for extended periods of time. This could cause the brake pads to overheat and fail.