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If you need to leave the key in the
ignition but not in LOCK/OFF for an
extended period, it is recommended
that you disconnect the battery
cable from the battery to prevent
discharging the battery.
There are several different positions
for the shift lever.
This position locks the
rear wheels. It is the best position
to use when you start the engine
because the vehicle cannot move
easily.
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when
the engine is running unless
you have to. If you have left the
engine running, the vehicle can
move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park).
See
If you are pulling a trailer, see
Make sure the shift lever is fully in
P (Park) before starting the engine.
The vehicle has an automatic
transmission shift lock control
system. You must fully apply the
brake pedal before you can shift
from P (Park) when the ignition key
is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out
of P (Park), ease pressure on the
shift lever by pushing the shift lever
all the way into P (Park) as you
maintain brake application. Then
move the shift lever into another
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gear. See
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back up.
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To rock your vehicle back and forth
to get out of snow, ice, or sand
without damaging the transmission,
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engine does not connect with the
wheels. To restart the engine when
the vehicle is are already moving,
use N (Neutral) only.
Use this gear to
In this position, the
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