2009 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 107
2009 Chevrolet Impala Manual
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If torque lock does occur, your vehicle may need to be pushed uphill by another vehicle to relieve the parking pawl pressure, so you can shift out of P (Park). 3. Let up on the shift lever and make sure the shift lever is pushed all the way into P (Park). 4. Press the shift lever button 5. Then, move the shift into the desired gear. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service. Shifting Out of Park Automatic Transmission Shift Lock The vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: Column Shift If the column shift lever cannot be moved out of P (Park): 1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN position. See Ignition Positions on page 2-20 for more information. 3. Shift out of the P (Park) position to the N (Neutral) position. 4. Move the vehicle to a safe location. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service. • Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) • Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the ignition is in ON/RUN and the regular brake pedal is applied. The shift lock is always functional except in the case of a an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 5-40. Console Shift If the console shift lever cannot be moved out of P (Park): 1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN position. See Ignition Positions on page 2-20 for more information. 2-29