Shifting out of park (p) caution – Oldsmobile 1999 Aurora User Manual

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Shifting Out of PARK (P)

CAUTION:

Before shifting out of PARK (P) you must fully
apply your regular brakes. Your vehicle can roll.
If you have left the engine running, the vehicle
can move suddenly. You or others could be
injured. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a
Trailer” in the Index.

Your vehicle has a Brake

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Transaxle Shift Interlock

(BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brake
before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition
is in RUN. See “Shifting the Automatic Transaxle” in
the Index.

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on
the shift lever

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push the shift lever all the way into

PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then
move the shift lever into the gear you wish. Press the
shift lever button before moving the shift lever.

If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t
shift out of PARK (P), try this:

1. Turn the key to the OFF ignition position. Open and

close the driver’s door to turn off the retained
accessory power feature.

2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.

3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).

4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear

you want.

5. Take your vehicle to an authorized service center as

soon as you can.

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