2009 Cadillac DTS Owner's Manual - Page 111

The shift lock is always functional except in the case of a an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 5-38. Column Shift If the column shift cannot be moved out of P (Park) 1. Apply the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. See Ignition Positions on page 2-25 for more information. 3. Shift out of the P (Park) position to the N (Neutral) position. 4. Move the column shift to the desired gear. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service. Console Shift If the console shift cannot be moved out of P (Park) 1. Apply the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. See Ignition Positions on page 2-25 for more information. 3. Push the shift lever all the way into P (Park). 4. Then, shift into the desired gear. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service. Parking Over Things That Burn { CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. 2-35