Shifting
Out
of
PARK
(P)
(Automatic Transmission)
Your Geo has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You
have to fully
apply
your regular brakes
before
you can
shift from PARK
(P) when the ignition is in the
ON
position. See “Automatic Transmission”
in
the Index.
If you cannot shift out of
PARK
(P),
ease
pressure
on
the shift lever
--
push the shift lever all the way into
PARK
(P)
and release the shift lever button as you
maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever
button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish.
If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t
shift out of
PARK
(P), try this:
1.
Apply and hold the brake until the end
of
step
6.
2.
If
the engine is running, shut it off. Turn the key to
3.
Find the access hole cover (A) on the driver’s side
of
4.
Remove the screw
(B)
and cover
(A).
5.
Inside you’ll see the return plate (C). Using your
ON
or ACC.
the console, near the shift lever.
finger, move the return plate toward the rear of the
vehicle until it stops.
6. Move the shift lever into the gear you want.
7.
Have the vehicle fixed
as
soon as you can.
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