Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: 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 (First) gear.
Firmly apply the parking brake. Turn the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope, or away from the curb for an uphill slope. Once the shift lever has been placed into gear with the clutch pedal pressed in, turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF, remove the key, and release the clutch.
Parking over Things That Burn
Warning
Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Shifting out of Park
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 ...
Engine Exhaust
Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen
or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
The vehicle idl ...
Other materials:
If a Crash Occurs
If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the
scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of.
Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger, or you are instructed
to move it by a police officer.
Give only the necessary information to pol ...
If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard,
the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot
when the vehicle:
Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
Stops after high-speed driving.
Idles for long periods in traffic.
If the ...
Door Locks
Warning
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors
and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not
open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased
if the doors are not locked. S ...
