1998 Chevrolet Venture Owner's Manual - Page 147

Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See "Shifting Out ofPARK (P)"inthissection. I PRND321 I It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the set. Your vehicle can roll. parking brake firmly Don't 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 otherscould be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in theIndex. I f you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer'' in the Index. PARK (P): This locks yourfront wheels. It's the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully inPARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle hasa Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI).You have to fully apply your regular brakesbefore you can shiftfrom PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN.As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoidof the BTSI.This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly.