1998 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual - Page 91

4. Before starting the engine,be sure to unplug and storethe cord as it was before to keepaway it from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you'llparking your be for that vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice particular area. PARK (P): This position locks the transmission drive shaft. It's the best position use when you start the to engine because your vehicle can't move easily. Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for the shift lever. It is dangerous to out of your vehicle if the get shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can roll. set. Don't leave your vehicle when the 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, even when you're on fairly level ground, always setyour parking brake and PARK ( ) P. move the shift lever to See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. If you're pulling a trailer, "Towing a Trailer" in see the Index.