Your car can automatically apply the parking brake in several situations. You can also apply the parking brake manually.
After coming to a stop, press the button marked P on the right-hand steering wheel stalk.
![Parking brake button](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/imga52c40d9e5499805c0a801f23f57194b_1_--_--_PNG.png?imwidth=1280)
The car transitions to a parked state, which includes engaging the parking brake. The new state is indicated in the driver information area.
![Parking brake warning symbol](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/img1d66d37cc8d81390c0a801f22bf0309d_1_--_--_PNG.png?imwidth=1280)
The parking brake releases automatically when you select a driving gear.