At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or others could be injured.1. Before you start, be sure you have enough roomaround the vehicle.2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regularbrake. See Parking Brake on page 2-29.Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready toturn off the engine immediately if it starts.3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicleshould start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).If the vehicle starts in any other position, contactyour GM Goodwrench® dealer for service.Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or others could be injured.1. Before you start, be sure you have enough roomaround the vehicle. It should be parked on a levelsurface.2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brakeon page 2-29.Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately ifthe vehicle begins to move.3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON, but donot start the engine. Without applying the regularbrake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P)with normal effort. If the shift lever moves outof PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench® dealerfor service.6-10
