Shifting Out Of Park (P); Parking Over Things That Burn - Chevrolet Malibu 2005 Owner's Manual

Shifting Out of Park (P)

Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock
control system. You have to apply your regular brake
before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is
in ON. See Automatic Transaxle Operation (Base
Model) on page 2-26.
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on
the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way
into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then
move the shift lever into the gear you wish. Press
the shift lever button before moving the shift lever.

Parking Over Things That Burn

CAUTION:
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Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust
parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not
park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other
things that can burn.
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