Before leaving the vehicle, fully press the clutch pedal down, move the shift lever into R (Reverse), and firmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed in R (Reverse) with the clutch pedal pressed down, the ignition key can be turned to LOCK/OFF, then remove the key and release the clutch pedal.
See Manual Transmission Operation.
Shifting Out of Park (Automatic Transmission)
Parking Over Things That BurnChevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual. Power Steering System Leak, Inspection
Most modern cars come equipped
with hydraulic power steering, as systems age they can wear out. Power steering
fluid leaks (depending on severity) will cause the power steering system
to stop working.
Always clean all power steering
components, hoses and lines bef ...