1994 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual - Page 74

I NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't turn it, besure wheel left and it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering right while you turn thekey hard. But turn the only with key your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the or the key ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. I 1 Farting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digitof your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left your instrument panel.(See "Vehicle of Identification Number" in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the engine. Move your shift lever to " P ' (Park) or "N" (Neutral). Your engine won't start in any other position that's a safety feature. To restart when you're already moving, use"N" (Neutral) only. NOTICE: Don't try to shift "P" (Park) if your vehicle is moving. If you to to do, you coulddamage the transmission. Shift "P" (Park) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. Without pushing theaccelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than seconds at a time 15 will cause your battery to drained muchsooner. And the be excessive heat can damage your starter motor. 2. If it doesn't start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn't start in three seconds, push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts. 2- 14