1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 80

PARK (P): This locks the front wheels. It's the best position to usewhen you start the engine because your vehicle can't move easily. It is dangerous to get out your vehicle if the of shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehiclecan roll. Don't leave your vehicle when the engineis running unlessyou have to. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. To You or others could be injured. be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and PARK (P). move the shift lever to See "ShiftingInto PARK (P)" in the Index. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towinga Trailer" in the Index. Ensure the shift leveris fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the RUN position. If you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift the lever -- push the shift lever all way into PARK (P) and release the shift leverbutton on the floor shift console models as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into gear you wish. (Press the the shift lever button before moving the shift leveron floor shift console models.) See "ShiftingOut of PARK (P)" in this section. 2-19