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Question posted by paMas on July 27th, 2014

1998 Chevy Prism Will Not Shift Into Park

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Owner's Manual - Page 79

... Locks Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Switch Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-24 2-25 2-26 2-26 2-27 2-32 2-34 2-3 5 2-37 2-38 2-3 8 2-39 2-40 2-45 Running Your Engine While...
Owner's Manual - Page 89

...Hard stops with new linings mean can remove the key. Don't tow a trailer during break-in the PARK (P). If you follow these guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first... run if you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition switch can't be turnedto LOCK unless the shift lever is the only position from which you can turn the it will perform better in the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 91

... in any other position -- If the weather is below freezing (32"F or O'C), let the engine run about 15 seconds and try to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). I NOTICE: Don't try to shift to START. Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be drained much sooner. that 's a safety feature. Your engine won 't start the engine. that...
Owner's Manual - Page 92

... time keepthe pedal down for about three seconds.If the vehicle starts briefly but thenstops again, do it could change way the the engine operates. PARK ( ) This locks yourfront wheels. Try pushing your engine might not perform properly. If your engine stalls, restart it stalls often, have your...
Owner's Manual - Page 93

... your vehicle is dangc- If you have left the If engine running unless you cannot shift out of your vehicle back and forth to PARK (P). Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever to get out of PARK (P), ease pressure on vehicle won't move, even when you're fairly level ground, always...
Owner's Manual - Page 94

... (88 kmh), or can use SECOND (2) on . - ~~ NOTICE: NOTICE: Damage toyour transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing. DRIVE (D): This position is dangerous. You could move very rapidly. Don't shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the wheels.To restart when you would also wantuse to your...
Owner's Manual - Page 97

... moving could lose control of your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the engine is stopped. Also, use REVERSE (R) along with the parking brake for parking your transaxle. Shifting to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is not running smoothly or for the best fuel economy. Don...
Owner's Manual - Page 99

...Remove the key andtake it with your right foot and set . Move the shift lever into PARK (P) as follows: I Shifting Into PARK (P) A It can be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly.You or ... towing a trailer, see "Towinga Trailer" in theIndex. 0 0 Hold in PARK (P). 2-21 Your vehiclecan roll. NOTICE: Driving withthe parking brake can cause on your rear brakes to LOCK. 4. If you have to...
Owner's Manual - Page 100

... before you may need to have to leave your regular brakes before you leave the vehicle with the parking brake firmly set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly,the weight of PARK (P). To find it could overheat and even catch fire. Your vehicle could You be dangerous to fully apply your vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 101

... tha can burn cudd t o u w hot exhaust parts under your vehicle is parked on the shift lever -- Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear wish. Insert the end of the flat-bladed tool into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as possible. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as...
Owner's Manual - Page 103

... and close each window when the ignitionis on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to lower a window and lift the front of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully inPARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Follow the proper steps to stop the window partway. If you...
Owner's Manual - Page 110

... all other operating lamps come on. When going up steep hills, you have to brake or shift to a lower gear to maintain your Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), are off . CENTER: At the middle position, the parking lamps, taillamps, license platelamp and the instrumentpanel lights come on. Ending Outof Cruise Control There areseveral...
Owner's Manual - Page 188

... your rig If could start a down and reduce your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on Hills You really should not park your speed to45 mph (70 km/h) to move. On a long uphill grade,shift down a longor steep downgrade. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Check rather than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg...
Owner's Manual - Page 189

Shift into a gear; Check periodically to see that are especially importantin trailer operation are tight. 3. Let up on a 1. ... slowly until the trailer is covered in the Index. 4-37 When You Are Ready to Leave After Hill Parking on the brake pedal. and Release the parking brake. 2. Your vehicle will help you start your engine; See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this ...
Owner's Manual - Page 205

... the overheat warning with no signsteam, of engine for automatic transaxles. 5-15 If the warning continues, pull over, and park your heater to NEUTRAL (N); Stop after high-speed driving. Tow a trailer. otherwise, shift to see steam, the problem may decide not tolift the hoodbut to be too serious. If the warning doesn...
Owner's Manual - Page 213

...next part shows how to use in P, PARK ( ) or shift a manual transaxle to go. Find a level place to change your tires properly. Put anautomatic transaxle shift lever in a skid. Get the vehicle ...be the tire on your foot off the jack and over you maintain your tire. Set the parking brakefirmly. 2. Take your hazard warning flashers. Turn on the other people. It may require the...
Owner's Manual - Page 245

...you have to drivelonger. If it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Then, position the shift leverin PARK (P). 0 0 1. At high speed for three five minutes. To get the right reading, the ... to 93°C). In heavy traffic -- While pulling a trailer. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in each gear range, pausing for about 15 miles (24 km) when ...
Owner's Manual - Page 325

..., and be ready to start , be injured. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in each gear. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to start the engine... only in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works when the clutch isn't pushed all floor...
Owner's Manual - Page 326

... the vehicle begins to move suddenly. With the engine off, turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is PARK (P). If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P) with normal effort. Firmly apply the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in each shift leverposition. Before you or others could be sureyou have enough room around the vehicle. If...
Owner's Manual - Page 327

... the engine running transaxle in case it begins to flush any areas where and other mud debris can collect. 7-41 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check 'A CAUTdN: - Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to roll. To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running , shift to PARK (P).

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