Automatic Transaxle Operation - Pontiac Montana SV6 2007 Owner's Manual

Automatic Transaxle Operation

Maximum engine speed is limited when you are in
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline
components from improper operation.
There are several different positions for your
shift lever.
PARK (P): This gear position locks your front
wheels. It is the best position to use when you start
your engine because your vehicle cannot move
easily.
Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before
starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic
transaxle shift lock control system. You must fully
apply your regular brakes first and then press the
shift lever button before you can shift from
PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN.
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If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure
on the shift lever and psh the shift lever all the way
info PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
Then press the shift lever button and move the shift
lever into another gear. See Shifting Out of Park (P)
on page 146.
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 145. If you
are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer
on page 396.