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:
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
Warning
A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle.
A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make
sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them in ...
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
This section is only for people of adult size.
There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are
different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the
vehicle, see Older Children on page 3-32 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-34.
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Drunk Driving
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.
Warning
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions,
attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You
can have a serious - or even fatal - collision if you d ...
