Chevrolet 1997 Automobile User Manual


 
START
(E):
Starts the 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,
ACC
and
RUN
allow
you
to
operate your electrical accessories,
such as the radio and ventilation fan.
Key
Release
Button
If
you
have a manual
transmission, your ignition
lock has a key release
button.
You
must press
the button before
you
can
take your key
out
of
the
ignition lock.
On manual transmission 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.
If
you need to turn the engine
off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only
to
OFF.
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
vehicle needs service.
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