Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Shifting out of Park (Automatic Transmission)
This vehicle is equipped with a shift lock control. The shift lock control is designed to:
- Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) with the shift lever button fully released.
- Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park) unless the ignition is in ON/RUN and the brake pedal is applied.
The shift lock control 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 Jump Starting.
To shift out of P (Park):
1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN.
3. Press the shift lever button.
4. Move the shift lever to the desired position.
If still unable to shift out of P (Park):
1. Fully release the shift lever button.
2. Hold the brake pedal down and 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 or a professional towing service.
The doors may lock when shifting from P (Park). See Automatic Door Locks.
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the transmission into P (Park)
properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in
the transmission. You may find it ...
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 (Fir ...
Other materials:
Engine Mount Bracket Installation
Install the engine mount bracket (2).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 3 engine mount bracket bolts and tighten to 60 Y (45 lb ft) + 45?E0°.
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Transmission Indicators and Messages
The following transmission-related indicators and messages may be displayed on
the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). For a complete listing and description of all
vehicle indicators and messages, refer to Indicator/Warning
Message Description and Operation.
"TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ...
BSW system limitations
WARNING
The following limitations apply to the Nissan Armada Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
system. Ignoring these limitations or relying solely on the system may lead to serious
injury or even fatal accidents.
The Nissan Armada BSW system is not capable of detecting every vehicle
or object in ...
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