2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 90

Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-34. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Shifting Into Park (P) I It can be dangerousto get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer'' inthe Index. I i. iioiu +L.le brake pedal dswi; Lt'ith your right fsst and 1 1 set the parking brake. Press and hold in the shift lever button located on the left side of the shift lever. Push the shift lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your ha.ndj your vehicle is in PARK (P)- 2-25