Well, I guess my real question is "What exactly does putting the 'transmission' in Park do on a vehicle with the CVT the Hybrid has?" Is there some type of locking or braking mechanism? Does putting a normal automatic transmission in "park" lock the gears or something like that? I realize that the parking brake is always a good idea, but I was wondering what the "Park" setting does on this particular vehicle.

-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