Automatic Transmission Only - GMC 2001 Sierra 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual

Shifting Into PARK (P)

(Automatic Transmission Only)

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
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that follow. With four
transfer case is in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will
be free to roll, even if your shift lever is in
PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a
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drive gear not in NEUTRAL. If you're pulling
a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index.
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wheel drive if your
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and
set the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this:
D
Pull the shift lever toward you.