Ignition Positions - Buick 2005 LeSabre Owner's Manual

Ignition Positions

With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn to five
different positions.
A (ACCESSORY): In this position you can operate your
electrical accessories. Press in the ignition key as you
turn the top of it toward you.
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B (LOCK): This is the only position from which you can
remove the key. This position locks your ignition and
transaxle. It is a theft-deterrent feature.
Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break the
key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with
your hand. Make sure the key is in all the way. If
none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.
C (OFF): This position lets you turn off the engine. It
does not send any power to the accessories. The
instrument panel cluster will remain powered in OFF to
illuminate the gear shift indicator. The cluster will
also activate the parking brake light when the parking
brake is set. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in
motion while the engine is not running.
D (RUN): This is the position the switch returns to after
you start your engine and release the ignition key.
This is the position for driving. Even when the engine is
not running, you can use RUN to operate your
electrical accessories and to display some instrument
panel warning lights.
E (START): This position starts your engine. When the
engine starts, release the ignition key. The switch
will return to RUN for normal driving.