Chevrolet 2001 manual Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission Only

Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)

Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See ªAutomatic Transmission Operationº in the Index.

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever --push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. You must press the shift lever button on the shift lever.

If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can't shift out of PARK (P), try this:

1.Turn the key to OFF.

2.Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.

3.Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N).

4.Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want.

5.Have the vehicle fixed as soon as possible.

Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only)

Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R), and firmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed in, you can turn the ignition key to OFF, remove the key and release the clutch.

If you are parking on a hill, or if your vehicle is pulling a trailer, see ªTowing a Trailerº in the Index.

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