As I understand it, the CVT doesn't actually have any gears at all and the shifter is nothing more than a drive-by-wire system for telling the computer what direction to run the motors. That said, what exactly is "park" then? If there is no gear like a typical transmission, what does "park" do to insure that your vehicle doesn't roll? I find myself using the parking brake all the time now even on fairly level surfaces...is this wise or overkill?

-Tim

2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid AWD
Black with Pebble interior
Premium Package with Nav & Moonroof



Current ODO: 26,152
Typical Drive: 20 min crosstown in heavy traffic (3.5mi there and back twice a day)


532 Gallons of gas saved
That's 10,642 lbs less CO2 emitted