Automatic Transmission Operation; (3.4L V6 With 5-Speed) - Chevrolet 2008 Equinox Owner's Manual

Automatic Transmission Operation

(3.4L V6 with 5-Speed)

The shift lever is located on the center console.
When you change gears, the different shift positions
will display on the instrument panel cluster.
There are several different positions for the automatic
transmission.
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.
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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.
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)
on page 2-32. If you are pulling a trailer, see
Towing a Trailer on page 4-33.