1996 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 83

Automatic Transaxle Operation /I\ CAUTION: Yom automatic transaxle mayhave a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles, whenyou're in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for your shift lever. It is dangerous to get out your vehicle if the of shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehiclecan roll. set. 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. be You or others could injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're fairly on level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See "Shifting Into PARK (P)"in the Index.f I you're pulling a trailer, see C T o ~ ia Trailer" in L ng the Index. 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.