Shifting Into Park

WARNING:
It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer.

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Hood Release
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
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