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Cuidado con hacer esto al aparcar porque podrías provocar una grave avería en e…
Cuando se deja el vehículo aparcado, se debe quedar inmovilizado con seguridad y sin que haya posibilidad de moverlo, pero cuidado al hacerlo.
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Car Mechanic Reveals Hidden Risk: Why Parking in Gear Could Cost You Thousands
Mechanic Warns Against Common Parking Habit: Leaving Car in Gear Can Cause Damage A popular car mechanics instructor, known as Carles Duran (@carlesduran) on social media, recently shared a crucial tip for drivers, explaining why parking a vehicle with a gear engaged could lead to significant damage. The video, which has garnered millions of views, highlights a common practice that many motorists might unknowingly be doing incorrectly. Duran begins by asking viewers how many people they know park their car by simply engaging a gear after applying the handbrake and removing the key. He then transitions to a detailed explanation, showing the underside of a car to illustrate the mechanics involved. "This is a car viewed from below," Duran explains, pointing to the wheel, driveshaft, and gearbox. "When the wheel moves, it transmits movement to the gearbox." He clarifies that if no gear is engaged, any movement of the wheel (such as from a bump by another vehicle) would only spin the differential, leaving the gearbox unaffected. However, the situation changes drastically when a gear is selected. "If we put a gear in," Duran demonstrates, moving the wheel, "when the wheel moves, it's moving inside the gearbox." He emphasizes that a sudden, forceful impact could transmit a "brutal blow" through the driveshaft directly into the transmission, potentially causing internal damage to the gearbox. Duran concludes with a clear warning: "So, do not park with a gear engaged." His advice aims to educate drivers on preventing costly repairs by adopting a safer parking habit.
