Automatic Transmission OperationThe shift lever is located on the center console betweenthe front seats.There are several differentpositions for the shift lever.PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It is thebest position to use when you start the enginebecause your vehicle cannot move easily.{CAUTION:It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if theshift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theCAUTION: (Continued)CAUTION: (Continued)parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.Do not leave your vehicle when the engine isrunning unless you have to. If you have left theengine running, the vehicle can movesuddenly. You or others could be injured. Tobe sure your vehicle will not move, even whenyou are on fairly level ground, always set yourparking brake and move the shift lever toPARK (P). See Shifting Into PARK (P)(Automatic Transmission) on page 2-44. If youare pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer onpage 4-29.Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatictransmission shift lock control system. You must fullyapply your regular brakes first and then press theshift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P)when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out ofPARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and pushthe shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintainbrake application. Then press the shift lever buttonand move the shift lever into another gear. See ShiftingOut of PARK (P) on page 2-45.2-37
