1994 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 54

Features & Controls RUN ...-.._. I- 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, but never try to push-start your vehicle. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition. 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 the ignition switch.If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. 4CCESSORY 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 radio and windshield wipers. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. 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. Starting Your Engine Follow the proper stepsto start your vehicle. Move your shift lever to" P ' (Park) or "N" (Neutral). Your engine won't start in any other position -- that's a safety Start: Starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to Run for normal driving. Lock: The only position in which you car Note that even if the engine is not remove the key. This locks your steering running, the positions Accessory andRun are "on" positions that allow you to wheel, ignition and transaxle. operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio. b 52