1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 60

Key Release Button The key cannot b.e removed from ttie ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used. Starting Your ,Engine Automatic Transmissio.n Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won't start in any .other position -- that's a safet,y feature. To reStart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. I NOTICE: To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to the OFF position. Then turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release button down-at the .s.arnetime. Pull the key straight out. On automatic transmission vehicles, tu,rn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out. Don't try to shiftto PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you coulddamage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. Manual Transmission The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won't start if the clutch pedal is not all. theway down -- that's a safety feature. 2-.13