1996 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 82

Automatic Transaxle Operation The automatic transaxle has a shift lever locatedthe on steering column. There are several different positions for the shift lever. A CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the with the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don't leave your vehicle whenthe engineis running unless you have If you have left the to. engine running, the vehicle canmove suddenly. You or otherscould be injured. To be sureyour vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, alwaysset your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. I f you're pulling a trailer, see "Towinga Trailer" in the Index. PARK ( ) This locks the front wheels. It's the best P: position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can't move easily. 2-19