Chevrolet 1997 Camaro Owner's Manual page 63

When you park your Chevrolet and open the driver's
key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do
NOTICE:
door, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove
your
If you put things in the hatchback area, be sure
they won't break the glass when you close it.
Never
slam
the hatch down. You could break the
glass or damage the defogger grid (if equipped).
this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will
your ignition. If you have an automatic transmission,
taking your key out also locks your transmission. And
remember to lock the doors.
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Parking at Night
On vehicles with the Vehicle and Content
Theft-DeterrenUAlarm System: The hatch switch will
not work while the system is armed. See "Vehicle and
Content Theft-DeterrendAlarm System" in the Index.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Chevrolet has
a
number of theft-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible
to
steal. However, there are ways you can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it's an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so
don't do it.
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it's best to lock
it
up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if
you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
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Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
or glove box.
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Lock the glove box.
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Lock all the doors except the driver's.
Then take the door key with you.
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