2000 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 84

Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: It can be 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. 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" in the Index. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Console Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. D Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. D With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 2-25