Fuel Economy, Hypermiling, EcoModding News and Forum - EcoModder.com - View Single Post - 72) Automatic transmission: key off, then Park

Coast108 · 05-25-2022, 03:33 AM

Hi, new here but I have been practicing eco-driving for many years. Came here to hone my skills and add new tactics.

I can't seem to fully understand this one:

72) Automatic transmission: key off, then Park
Save a few drops of fuel by modifying your shutdown procedure: when parking, turn off the key *before* shifting to Park and setting the parking brake.

I drive an automatic 2003 CRV. So, does this mean that when I park, I leave it on D (or R), and while it is running, then turn the key off? ...then shift to park and then parking brake? What is the logic behind this one? Anyone care to explain?

05-25-2022, 03:33 AM	#1 (permalink)
Coast108 EcoModding Lurker Join Date: May 2022 Location: Southern California Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	72) Automatic transmission: key off, then Park Hi, new here but I have been practicing eco-driving for many years. Came here to hone my skills and add new tactics. I can't seem to fully understand this one: 72) Automatic transmission: key off, then Park Save a few drops of fuel by modifying your shutdown procedure: when parking, turn off the key before shifting to Park and setting the parking brake. I drive an automatic 2003 CRV. So, does this mean that when I park, I leave it on D (or R), and while it is running, then turn the key off? ...then shift to park and then parking brake? What is the logic behind this one? Anyone care to explain?