1998 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 91

Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK or NEUTRAL(N). (P) Your engine won't startin any other position-- that's a safety feature.To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL(N) only. NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than 15 seconds at a timewill cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. NOTICE: Don't try to shiftto PARK (P)if your Cadillac is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key toSTART. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will down as your go engine gets warm. 2. If it doesn't start right away, hold your key in START for about three seconds at a time until your 15 engine starts. Wait about seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2-20