Automatic Transmission Operation; (3.4L V6 With 5-Speed) - Chevrolet 2009 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.
P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. It is
the best position to use when you start the engine
because the vehicle cannot move easily.
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CAUTION:
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It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift
lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the 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 the
vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly
level ground, always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting Into
Park on page 2-32. If you are pulling a trailer, see
Towing a Trailer on page 4-34.
Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) before
starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic
transmission shift lock control system. You must
fully apply the brake pedal and then press the shift
lever button before you can shift from P (Park)
when the ignition key is in ON/RUN.