Chevrolet 2000 Camaro Owner's Manual page 92

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more
power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2).
You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or
mud. If the gearshift lever is put in FIRST (1) gear, the
transmission won't shift into first gear until the vehicle
is going slow enough.
NOTICE:
If your rear wheels can't rotate, don't try to drive.
This might happen if you were stuck in very deep
sand or mud or were up against a solid object.
You could damage your transmission.
Also, if you stop when going uphill, don't hold
your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal.
This could overheat and damage the transmission.
Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold
your vehicle in position on a hill.
Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline
components from improper operation.
Second-Gear Start (V6 Automatic)
(If Equipped)
The light on the button will illuminate when
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Second Gear Start (SGS) is selected. The transmission
will be in SECOND (2) gear when the vehicle begins to
move. After starting in SECOND (2), the vehicle will
upshift normally.
This feature is only for improved traction when the road
surface is slippery and is not intended for continuous
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use. Turn the Second Gear Start (SGS) button off for
normal road conditions by pressing the button again.
The light on the button will go out. Whenever you start
your vehicle, the transmission is in the normal mode.
Your vehicle may
be equipped with a
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Second Gear Start feature.
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Press the Second Gear
Start (SGS) button located
on the instrument panel to
provide more traction when
you are starting on ice or
other slippery surfaces.
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