1998 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 78

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. 2. I f it doesn't start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn't start in 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds, or until it starts. 3. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Don't try toshift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift toPARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1 . Without pushing the accelerator pedal. turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts. let 2 *o of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics i n your vehicle. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, checkwith your retailer. If you don't, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof'this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. 2-14