1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 119

Automatic Transaxle Operation There areseveral different positions for your shift lever. If you cannot shi.ft out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- 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. See "Shifting Out of PARK (P)" in this section. PRND321 PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It's the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your Oldsmobile has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You must fully apply your regular brakesbefore you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the RUN position. As you step onthe brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoid the BTSI. This of ensures that the BTSI is operating properly. 1 A CAUTION: It is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If youhave left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shiftlever to PARK (P). See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in theIndex. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towinga Trailer" in the Index. I 2-31