Automatic Transaxle Operation - Pontiac Vibe 2007 Owner's Manual

Automatic Transaxle Operation

PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It
is the best position to use when you start your
engine because your vehicle cannot move easily.
CAUTION:
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It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle
if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P)
with the parking brake firmly set. Your
vehicle can roll.
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There are several
different positions for
your shift lever.
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CAUTION: (Continued)
Do not leave your 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 your vehicle will not
move, even when you are on fairly level
ground, always set your parking brake
and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic
Transaxle) on page 115. If you are pulling
a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 261.
Make sure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P)
before starting the engine.