Starting And Stopping The Vehicle - Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 2023 Manual

132 Driving and Operating
1 LOCK : Lock is in the position fully
counterclockwise. In this position, the key
can be inserted or removed. To place the
engine control switch in the LOCK position,
press and hold the key in the ACC position
and then turn it to the LOCK position. If you
will leave the vehicle, remove the key and
turn the steering wheel until it locks. The
steering wheel will be locked to help
prevent theft.
2 ACC : Accessory is in the first position
clockwise. In this position, the audio and
other accessories can be used with the
engine stopped.
3 ON : This ON position is in the second
position clockwise. The key stays in this
position while the engine is running. Engine
control, warning circuits, gauge circuits, and
accessory circuits are energized.
The engine cylinder heater or grid heater is
also turned on when the switch is in the ON
position. The wait to start indicator light will
come on and stay on until the grid heater is
heated enough. When this light goes off,
turn the switch to the START position.
4 START : Start is in the position furthest
clockwise. The engine is started in this
position. Turn the key against spring
pressure to energize the starter. When key
is released, spring pressure returns it to the
ON position. Release the key as soon as the
engine has started.
If the key cannot be turned from the LOCK
position to the ON position, lightly move
the steering wheel clockwise and
counterclockwise while trying to turn
the key.

Starting and Stopping the Vehicle

Check around the Vehicle before Starting the
Engine
Proper care and operation will not only
extend the service life of your vehicle but
also improve fuel economy.
Before pulling away, perform a thorough
safety check, making sure there are no
children or obstructions around the vehicle.
Take off the chocks after confirming that the
parking brake is securely applied.
Sit behind the wheel, adjust the seat
position, and buckle up the seat belt. The
passengers are also required to buckle up
the seat belts.
Adjust the positions of the steering wheel
and mirrors. Lock the doors. Turn the power
of the dome light or accessories OFF before
starting the engine. See Seat Position 0 21,
Seat Belts 0 25, Steering Wheel Adjustment
0 44, and Mirrors 0 17.