1994 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 86

the shift lever all the way into " P ' (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See "Shifting Out of 'P' (Park)" in this part. R (Reverse) Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to "R" (Reverse) while your vehicleis moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to "R" only after your vehicle stopped. is I To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see "If You're Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in the Index. Ensure the shift lever is fully in T ' (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from "P" (Park) when the ignition key is in the "Run" position. If you cannot shift out of " P ' (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever - push 0 N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn t connect with the wheels. To restart when you're already moving, use "N" (Neutral) only. Also, use "N" when your vehicle is being towed. 84