Buick REGAL 1997 Manual page 103

Performance Shifting (If Equipped)
Press the performance
shift button to allow the
transaxle to shift at higher
engine speeds, increasing
acceleration performance.
PERF
SHIFT
The PERF SHIFT light
on your instrument panel
cluster will glow when
performance shifting is
being used.
Downshifts will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator
use while you're in the performance shift mode.
Press the button again to return to normal shifting. The
transaxle will then shift at lower engine speeds,
increasing fuel economy.
Shift Lock Release
P
1
If your vehicle's battery should
vehicle electrical power, there is
an access slot that will allow you
to override PARK (P) lock if
your shifter is stuck in PARK (P).
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go dead or there is a lack of
The access slot is located beneath a small cap on the
right side of the console shift panel. To remove the
cap, use a screwdriver or key. Then insert the key or
screwdriver into the slot. Make sure you have your
foot on the brake pedal while you are performing this
procedure. Press down and hold. You will now be able
to shift your vehicle out of PARK (P).
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