1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 77
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Manual
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PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It's the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. A CAUTION: Three-Speed Automatic Transaxle It is dangerous to get out your vehicleif the of shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can roll. set. Don't leave your vehicle when engine is the running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could injured. To be sure your be vehicle won't move, even whenyou're on fairly level ground, alwaysset your parking brake and (P). move the shift lever to PARK See "ShiftingInto PARK (P)" in the Index. If you're pulling a trailer, see"Towing a Trailer" in the Index. P N D 3 2 1 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle