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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. 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
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vehicle needs service.
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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.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P)
if yoptlp
Pontiac
IS
moving. If you do, you could damage the
transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your
vehicle is stopped.
1.
Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let
go
of
the key. The idle speed will go down as your
engine gets warm.
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NOTICE:
Holding your key in START for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be
drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can
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damage your starter motor.
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