Driving and Operating 9-23WARNING (Continued)firmly set. And, if you leave thevehicle with the engine running, itcould overheat and even catchfire. You or others could beinjured. Do not leave the vehiclewith the engine running.If you have to leave the vehicle withthe engine running, the vehicle mustbe in P (Park) and the parking brakeset. After shifting into P (Park), try tomove the shift lever out without firstpushing the button on the shift lever.If you can, the shift lever was notfully locked into P (Park).Torque Lock (AutomaticTransmission)Torque lock is when the weight ofthe vehicle puts too much force onthe parking pawl in thetransmission. This happens whenparking on a hill and shifting thetransmission into P (Park) is notdone properly and then it is difficultto shift out of P (Park). To preventtorque lock, set the parking brakeand then shift into P (Park). To findout how, see "Shifting Into Park"listed previously.If torque lock does occur, thevehicle may need to be pusheduphill by another vehicle to relievethe parking pawl pressure, so youcan shift out of P (Park).Shifting Out of ParkThis vehicle is equipped with anelectronic shift lock release system.The shift lock release isdesigned to:. Prevent ignition key removalunless the shift lever is inP (Park) with the shift leverbutton fully released, for vehicleswith key access.. Prevent movement of the shiftlever out of P (Park), unless theignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the brakepedal is applied.The shift lock release is alwaysfunctional except in the case of anuncharged or low voltage (less than9 volt) battery.If the vehicle has an unchargedbattery or a battery with low voltage,try charging or jump starting thebattery. See Jump Starting onpage 10‑112 for more information.To shift out of P (Park):1. Apply the brake pedal.2. Press the shift lever button.3. Move the shift lever.If unable to shift out of P (Park):1. Fully release the shift leverbutton.2. While holding down the brakepedal, press the shift leverbutton again.3. Move the shift lever.If the shift lever will not move fromP (Park), consult your dealer or aprofessional towing service.
