2003 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 91

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you'll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. Maximum engine speed is limited when your vehicle is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for the shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks the front wheels. It's the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle can't move easily. Automatic Transaxle Operation It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fullyin PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can roll. set. The automatic transaxle has a shift lever on the console between the seats. There is also a display of the gear positions on the instrument panel cluster near the speedometer and tachometer. 2-24 Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have leftthe engine running,the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. be sure your To vehicle won'tmove, evenwhen you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move theshift lever to PARK (P). See "Shifting Into Park (P)" the Index. If you're pulling a in trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" the Index. in