Shifting Out Of Park (P); (Automatic Transaxle) - Pontiac Vibe 2007 Owner's Manual

Shifting Out of Park (P)

(Automatic Transaxle)

Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock
control system. You have to fully apply your
regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P)
when the ignition is in ON. See Automatic
Transaxle Operation on page 108.
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure
on the shift lever – push the shift lever all the
way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever
button as you maintain brake application. Then
press the shift lever button and move the
shift lever into the gear you wish.
Shift Lock Release
If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still
cannot shift out of PARK (P), try this:
1. Turn the ignition to LOCK. Make sure the
parking brake is applied.
3. Insert the end of a flat-tipped tool into the
round slot and press down firmly.
4. While maintaining brake application, move the
shift lever into the drive gear you want.
5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as possible.
2. Carefully pry the
cover from the shift
lock override,
located to the right
of the shift lever.
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