2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Owner's Manual - Page 115

Automatic Transaxle Operation If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats. There are several different positions for the automatic transaxle. {CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 121. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle) on page 261 or Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle) on page 261. Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. 115 PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily.