Ignition Positions - Chevrolet 2002 Prizm Owner's Manual

Ignition Positions

With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to
four different positions.
LOCK (A): This is the only position from which you
can remove the key. This position locks your steering
wheel, ignition and automatic transaxle. To turn the
engine off, push in the ignition switch as you turn the
key toward you.
If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition
switch can't be turned to LOCK unless the shift
lever is in PARK (P).
CAUTION:
On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to
LOCK and removing it will lock the steering
column and result in a loss of ability to steer the
vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need
to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the key only to ACC. Don't push the key in
while the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if
so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the
key hard. Turn the key only with your hand.
Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch. If none of this works, then your
vehicle needs service.
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