Key In The Ignition; Parking At Night; Parking Lots - Chevrolet 1999 Astro Owner's Manual

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To lock the power lock system from the outside, insert
the key in the hatch release button and turn it clockwise.
All doors will lock.
Also, see the Caution following "Hatch," located in
this section.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle has a number of theft
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
don't do it.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver's door,
you'll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your
ignition and transmission. Also remember to lock
the doors.
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Parking at Night

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.
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deterrent
But what if you have to leave your key? Do not leave
valuables in your vehicle, since there is no locking area
in which to secure them. Lock all doors except
the driver's.
Passlock
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock
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theft
deterrent system.
Passlock is a passive theft
enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a
valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock
cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled.
During normal operation, the SECURITY light will go
off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to
the RUN ignition position.
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deterrent system. Passlock
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