2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 110

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is in FIRST (1), the transaxle won't shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Parking Brake The parking brake is located to the left of the brake pedal, near the driver's door. NOTICE: If your front wheels can't turn, don't try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don't hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill. To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. 2-38