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Pontiac 1998 Grand Prix Owner's Manual page 92

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LOCK (B): Before you put the key into the ignition
switch, the switch is in LOCK. It's also the only position
from which you can remove your key. This position
locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It's a
theft-deterrent feature.
OFF (C): This position lets you
turn
off the engine but
still
t u r n
the steering wheel. It doesn't lock the steering
wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you must have your
vehicle pushed or towed.
RUN ( D ) :
This position is where the key returns
after you start your vehicle. With the engine
off, you
can use RUN to display some of your warning and
indicator lights.
START
( E ) :
This position
starts
your engine.
A warning chime will sound if you open the driver's
door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or
ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition.
NOTICE:
If your key seem 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. 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.
Retained Accessory Power
With retained accessory power, your power windows,
audio system and sunroof will continue to work up to
10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to
OFF and
none of the doors are opened.
Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL
(N).
Your engine won't start in any other position
--
that's a
safety feature. To restart when you're already moving,
use
NEUTRAL
(N) only.
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