Automatic Transaxle Operation - Chevrolet Pontiac Wave 2007 Owner's Manual

Automatic Transaxle Operation

If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, the
shift lever is located on the console between
the seats.
Movement between certain positions requires
pushing the release button on the front of
the shifter.
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.
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) (Automatic
Transaxle) on page 122.
Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P)
before starting the engine. Your vehicle has
an automatic transaxle shift lock control system.
You have to apply your regular brakes before you
can shift from PARK (P) when the key is in ON.
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) while holding
the brake pedal down, see Shifting Out of Park (P)
on page 123.
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