Cadillac Escalade ESV Owner's Manual page 264

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Starting and Operating Instructions
CAUTION
Avoid leaving your vehicle while
the engine is running.
If you are not in an idling
vehicle, the engine could
overheat and even catch fire.
You or others could be injured.
Do not let the engine run when
you are not in the vehicle.
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CAUTION
If you do not park your vehicle
properly, it can roll. If you leave
the engine running, it could
move quickly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle does not move, follow
the steps below.
• Set the parking brake and
apply the regular brake pedal.
• Shift the transmission into
P (Park).
• Turn off the ignition and
remove the key.
See "Vehicle Parking" later
in this section for more
information.
CAUTION
When you leave your vehicle,
be sure the shift lever is fully in
P (Park) and the parking brake
is firmly applied. Don't try to
shift to P (Park) if your vehicle is
moving.