1994 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 104

P(Park) This locks your front wheels. It's the best position to use whenyou start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in "P" (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don't leave your vehicle whenthe engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, when you'reon fairly level ground, always set your parking brakeand move the shiftlever to "P" (Park). See "Shifting Into "P"(Park)" in the Index. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Ilrailer" in the Index. Ensure theshift lever is fully in "P7'(Park) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to a fully apply yourregular brakes before you can shift from "P" (Park) when the ignition key is in the "Run" position. If you cannot shift out of "P'7 (Park), ease pressure on theshift lever - push the shift lever allthe way into "P" (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear wish. See "Shifting Out of 'P' (Park)" in thispart. you 91