Saturn 2009 ASTRA - Manual (Page 159)

If the vehicle has an uncharged
battery or a battery with low voltage,
try charging or jump starting the
battery. See Jump Starting on
page 9-69 for more information.
To shift out of P (Park) use
the following sequence:
1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Press the shift lever button.
3. Move the shift lever to the
desired position.
If you still are 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 to the
desired position.
If you still cannot move the shift
lever from P (Park), consult
your dealer/retailer or a professional
towing service.
Parking the Vehicle
Before you get out of the vehicle,
move the shift lever into 1 (First) or
R (Reverse) and firmly apply the
parking brake. Once the shift lever
has been placed into 1 (First) or
R (Reverse) with the clutch
pedal pressed in, you can turn the
ignition off and release the clutch.
Parking Over Things
That Burn
{ CAUTION
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.
Driving and Operating 8-13