1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 103

Shifting Into PARK (P) A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. If you have leftthe engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly.You or otherscould beinjured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you're pullinga trailer,see "Towinga Trailer" in the Index. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set theparking brake with your left foot. 2. Move the shift leverinto the PARK (P) position like this: Pull the lever toward you. 2-27