DRIVING AND OPERATING 181Torque LockTorque lock is when the weight of thevehicle puts too much force on theparking pawl in the transmission. Thishappens when parking on a hill andshifting the transmission into P (Park)is not done properly and then it isdifficult to shift out of P (Park). Toprevent torque lock, set the parkingbrake and then shift into P (Park). Tofind out how, see "Shifting IntoP (Park)" listed previously.If torque lock does occur, your vehiclemay need to be pushed uphill byanother vehicle to relieve the parkingpawl pressure, so you can shift out ofP (Park).If you are towing a trailer and parkingon a hill, see Driving Characteristicsand Towing Tips 0 215.Shifting out of ParkThis vehicle is equipped with anautomatic transmission shift lockcontrol system. The shift lock controlis designed to prevent movement ofthe shift lever out of P (Park), unlessthe ignition is in ON/RUN and thebrake pedal is applied.The shift lock control 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 0 273.To shift out of P (Park):1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN.2. Apply the brake pedal.3. Press the shift lever button.4. Move the shift lever to thedesired position.If you still are unable to shift out ofP (Park):1. Fully release the shift leverbutton.2. Hold the brake pedal down andpress the shift lever buttonagain.3. Move the shift lever to thedesired position.If you still cannot move the shift leverfrom P (Park), consult your dealer or aprofessional towing service.Parking over ThingsThat Burn{ WarningThings that can burn could touchhot exhaust parts under the vehicleand ignite. Do not park over papers,leaves, dry grass, or other thingsthat can burn.
