Shifting Out of Park (P)
lour vehicle nas a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock
(BTSI). You must fully apply your regular brakes before
you can shift from PARK (P) when
the
ignition is
in
ON.
See “Automatic Transaxle Operation” in the Index.
If you cannot shift out of PARK
(P),
ease pressure on
the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK
(P)
while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the
shift lever button
as
you
maintain brake application.
Then move
the
shift lever out of PARK (P) into the gear
that you wish.
If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t
shift out of PARK(P), try this:
1.
Turn the key to ACC.
2.
Apply and hold the brake.
3.
Shift to NEUTRAL
(N).
4.
Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear
you want.
5.
Have the vehicle fixed
as
soon as you can.
Parking Over Things That Burn
r
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Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust
parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park
over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that
can burn.
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