2000 Nissan Quest Owner's Manual - Page 184

Shifting from P (Park) If the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but the shift lever still cannot be moved out of P (Park), follow these instructions: 1. Shut the engine off and remove the key. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn it clockwise to the first position (ACC). 4. Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift lever to N (Neutral). ASD0552 N (Neutral): Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The engine can be started in this position. You may shift to N (Neutral) and restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is moving. D (Drive): Use this position for all normal forward driving. 2 (Second gear): Use for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades. Do not downshift into 2 at speeds above 63 MPH (100 km/h). Do not exceed 63 MPH (100 km/h) in 2. 1 (Low gear): Use 1 when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades. Do not exceed 38 MPH (60 km/h) in 1. Do not downshift into 1 at speeds above 38 MPH (60 km/h). Starting and driving 5-7 5. Start the engine. R (Reverse): Use this position to back up. Always be sure the vehicle is completely stopped. Depress the brake pedal, then pull the shift lever toward you and move it to the R (Reverse) position. Shifting P (Park): Use this selector position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine. Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. For maximum safety, depress the brake pedal, pull the lever toward you, and move the lever to the P (Park) position. Apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake first, then shift the lever into the P (Park) position.