1994 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual - Page 78

Ensure the shift lever is fully in "P" (Park) range beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from "P" (Park) when the ignition key is in the RUN position. If you cannot shift out of " P ' (Park), ease pressure on the shiftlever - push the shiftlever all the way into "P" (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then move theshift lever into the gear you wish. See "Shifting Out of 'P' (Park)"in this part. R (Reverse) -Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to"R" (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to (Reverse) only "R" after your vehicle stopped. is To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, or sand ice without damaging yourtransmission, see "If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in the Index. 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" (Neutral) when your vehicle is being towed. - NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused shifting outof "P" by (Park) or "N" (Neutral) with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty. 1 2- 18