2011 Buick Lucern Owner's Manual - Page 133

The shift lock is always functional except in the case of a an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 6‑44. 3. Shift out of the P (Park) position to the N (Neutral) position. 4. Then, move the shift into the desired gear. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. Console Shift If the console shifter cannot be moved out of P (Park) 1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN position. See Ignition Positions on page 3 ‑ 19 for more information. 3. Let up on the shift lever and make sure the shift lever is pushed all the way into P (Park). 4. Then, move the shift into the desired gear. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. Parking Over Things That Burn { WARNING: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Column Shift If the shifter cannot be moved out of P (Park) 1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN position. See Ignition Positions on page 3 ‑ 19 for more information. 3-29