1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 63

U Reverse Ensure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift fiom P (Park) when the ignition key is in the Run position. If you cannot shift outof P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever-push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) and also release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See the Index under Shifting Out o P (Park), f Neutmi N (Neutral): In this position, your engine doesn't connect with the wheels. To restart when you're already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, use N when your vehicle is being towed. R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. Shifting to R (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift R to only after your vehicle has Stopped- To rock your vehicle back andforth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see the Index under I You 're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, f Ice or Snow. 61