Cadillac ATS/ATS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
9956102) - 2017 - crc - 5/11/16
DRIVING AND OPERATING
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The shift lock release is always
functional except in the case of an
uncharged or low voltage (less than
9 volt) battery.
If the vehicle has an uncharged
battery or a battery with low voltage,
try charging or jump starting the
battery. See
.
To shift out of P (Park):
1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN/
START.
3. Release the parking brake. See
or
4. Press the shift lever button.
5. Move the shift lever.
If unable to shift out of P (Park):
1. Fully release the shift lever
button.
2. While holding down the brake
pedal, press the shift lever
button again.
3. Move the shift lever.
If the shift lever will not move from
P (Park), consult your dealer or a
professional towing service.
Parking
If the vehicle has a manual
transmission, before getting out of the
vehicle, move the shift lever into
R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill
slope. On a level surface or an uphill
slope, use 1 (First) gear. Apply the
parking brake. Turn the wheels toward
the curb for a downhill slope, or away
from the curb for an uphill slope.
Once the shift lever has been placed
into gear with the clutch pedal
pressed in, turn the ignition to LOCK/
OFF, and release the clutch.
If parking on a hill, or if the vehicle is
pulling a trailer, see
Characteristics and Towing Tips
Parking over Things
That Burn
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Warning
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the vehicle
and ignite. Do not park over papers,
leaves, dry grass, or other things
that can burn.
Extended Parking
It is better not to park with the
vehicle running. If the vehicle is left
while running, follow the proper steps
to be sure the vehicle will not move
and there is adequate ventilation. See
Shifting Into Park (Automatic
Transmission)
and
.
If the vehicle is left in P (Park) while
running and the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter is outside the
vehicle, the vehicle will turn off after
one hour.