1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 85

Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever. It is locatedon the bottom driver's side of the instrument panel. Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic TransmissionModels Only) A CAUTION: It can be dangerous get obLdf your vehicle if to the shift lever not fully inPARK (P) with the is parking brake firmlyset. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or otherscould be vehicle won't move, even injured. To be sure your when you're on fairlylevel ground, use the steps that follow. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N), your vehicle will be free to roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL (N). If you're pulling a trailer, "Towing a Trailer" see in the Index. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. may have to You replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your.vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a hill, see "Towing a Trailer'' in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. -- 2-27