Shifting Into Park (P); Console Shift Lever - Cadillac 1998 Eldorado Owner's Manual

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CAUTION:
Always shift to PARK (P) before pulling the
manual release lever.
If
your hand or arm is in
the way of the pedal you could be hurt. The pedal
springs back quickly. Keep your hand and arm
away when you use the manual release lever.
NOTICE:
Driving with the parking brake on can cause
your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to
replace them and you could also damage other
parts of your vehicle.
If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill,
see
"Towing
a
Trailer" in the Index. This section shows
what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.
Shifting Into PARK (P)
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CAUTION:
It
can be 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. If
you have left the engine running, the vehicle can
move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when
you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that
follow. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a
Trailer" in the Index.
Console Shift Lever
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
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