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difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK. As an
added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the
curb on a downhill grade, and away from the curb on an
uphill grade.
When exiting the vehicle, always:
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Apply the parking brake.
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Shift the transmission into PARK.
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Turn the engine off.
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Remove the key fob from the vehicle.
WARNING!
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Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when exiting the vehicle to guard against vehicle
movement and possible injury or damage.
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Your vehicle could move and injure you and others
if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to move the
transmission gear selector out of PARK with the
brake pedal released. Make sure the transmission
is in PARK before exiting the vehicle.
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The transmission may not engage PARK if the
vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a
complete stop before shifting to PARK, and verify
that the transmission gear position indicator sol-
idly indicates PARK (P) without blinking. Ensure
that the vehicle is completely stopped, and the
PARK position is properly indicated, before exiting
the vehicle.
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It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if
the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your
foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the
vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in
reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and
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WARNING!
hit someone or something. Only shift into gear
when the engine is idling normally (or stopped) and
your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
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Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running or the propulsion system is active. Before
exiting a vehicle, always come to a complete stop,
then apply the parking brake, shift the transmis-
sion into PARK, and turn the ignition OFF. When
the ignition is in the OFF position, the transmission
is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against
unwanted movement.
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When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
ignition is in the OFF position, remove the key fob
from the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
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Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a num-
ber of reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
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Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition in the ON/RUN position. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the transmission into the PARK
position:
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When shifting into PARK, firmly move the gear selec-
tor all the way forward and to the left until it stops
and is fully seated.
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Look at the transmission gear position display and
verify that it indicates the PARK position (P).
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With the brake pedal released, verify that the gear
selector will not move out of PARK.
CAUTION!
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Before moving the transmission gear selector out
of PARK, you must turn the ignition to the ON/RUN
position, and also press the brake pedal. Other-
wise, damage to the gear selector could result.
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DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK
or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can
damage the drivetrain.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for pro-
longed periods with the engine running. The engine
may be started in this range. Apply the parking brake
and shift the transmission into PARK if you must exit
the vehicle.
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