1997 Buick Regal Owner's Manual - Page 95

LOCK (B): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch is in LOCK. It's also theonly position from which you can remove your key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It's a theft-deterrent feature. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't turn it, be sure you are using the correctkey; 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 withyour hand. Using a tool to force it could break thekey or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. In case you cannot remove your key from the ignition, find the access slot which is located underneath the steering column below the lock cylinder. To use this slot, remove the trim cap. Insert a key or screwdriver into the access slotand rotate the lock cylinder. You will now be able to removeyour key from the ignition. Be sureto replace the trim cap after use. OFF (C): This position letsyou turn off the enginebut still turn the steering wheel. It doesn't lock the steering OFF if you must have your wheel like LOCK. Use vehicle pushed or towed. RUN (D): This position is where the key returns after you start your vehicle. With the engine off, you can use RUN to display some of your warning and indicator lights. START (E): This position starts your engine. A warning chimewill sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is in the ignition.