1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 60

Features & Con&oli the ignition. Run: An "on" position to which the switch 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: Starts theengine. When the engine starts, release the ltey. The ignition switch will return to Run for normal driving. Note that even if the engine is not running, thepositions Accessory and Run are "on" positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as theradio. 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 theignition switch. If none of this works, thenyour vehicle needs service. U I Ignition Switch With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: Accessory: An "on" position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top it toward you. of Lock: The only position in which you can remove the ltey. This loclts your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle. Off Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, butnever try to pushstart your vehicle. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver's door I Starting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top of your instrument panel. left (See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start theengine. Move your shift lever to P (Park) orN (Neutral). Your engine won't start in any otherposition - that's asafety feature. To restart when you're already moving, use N (Neutral) only. 58