1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 133

REVERSE (R):Use this gear to backup. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle backand forth to get out snow, of ice orsand without damaging your transaxle, see "Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Snow" in the Index. or Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is cLracing" (running at high speed)is dangerous. Unlessyour foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could losecontrol and hit people or objects. Don't shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn't connect with the wheels.To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL, (N) when your vehicle isbeing towed. I NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty. I 2-31