Cadillac 2001 Catera Owner's Manual

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2-31Shifting Into PARK (P)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.If you have left the engine running, the vehiclecan move suddenly. You or others could beinjured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, evenwhen you’re on fairly level ground, use the stepsthat follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see“Towing a Trailer” in the Index.Console Shift Lever1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Pull the button on the shift lever handle upand then push the shift lever all the way towardthe front of your vehicle into PARK (P).Release the button. With your right foot still holding the brake pedaldown, set the parking brake.3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.4. Remove the ignition key and take it with you.If you can leave your vehicle with the key inyour hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).