Pontiac 1996 Grand Am Owner's Manual page 68

LOCK ( B ) : Before you pur: the key into the ignition
switch, the switch is in LOCK. It's also the only position
in which you can remove the key. This locks your
steering wheel, ignition and transaxle
(on
automatic
models).
OFF (C):
This position unlocks the steering wheel,
ignition, and transaxle
(on automatic models), but does
not send electrical power to any accessories. Use this
position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but
never t r y to push-start your vehicle. A warning chime
will sound if you open the driver's door when the
ignition is off and the key is in the ignition.
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RUN (D):
This position is where the key returns after
you start
your engine and release the switch. The switch
stays
in
the RUN position when the engine is running.
But even when the engine is not running, you can use
RUN to operate your electrical power accessories, and
to display some instrument panel warning lights.
START (E):
This position starts your engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will
return to RUN for normal driving.
Note that even if the engine is not running, the positions
ACCESSORY and RUN are on positions that allow you
to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.
On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to
LOCK will lock the steering column and result in
a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could
cause a collision. I f you need to turn the engine
off while the vehicle is moving, turn
the key only
to OFF. Don't press the key release button while
the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE:
If your
key seems stuck in LOCK and
you
can't
turn it, be sure it is all the way
in.
If it is, then
turn the steering wheel left and right while you
turn the key hard. But 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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