2003 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 105

Console Shift Lever If your vehicle is equipped with a console shift lever, use the following procedure to shift the vehicle into PARK (P): 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 4. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be dangerous toleave your vehicle with the engine running.Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P)with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat andeven catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle and then to the left. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 2-36