2002 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 101

The following procedure applies only to vehicles with the console shift lever and is used to shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) (if the vehicle needs to be towed, for example) in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery. The console shift lock release is located on the front of the center console. 3. Remove the shift lock release hole cover by prying it open with a small diameter tool. 4. Press the shift lock release toward the front of the vehicle and hold it there. 5. While applying the brakes, shift the transaxle from PARK (P) as needed. 6. Reinstall the shift lock release hole cover and the rubber mat. To access the shift lock release, do the following: 1. Verify that the shift lever is in PARK (P). 2. Pull up the rubber mat located on the front of the center console. 2-33