1998 Chevrolet Express Van Owner's Manual - Page 89

LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission.It's a theft-deterrent feature. You will onlybe able to remove your key whenthe ignition is turned to LOCK. Starting Your Gasoline Engine If you have a diesel engine, see "Starting Your Diesel Engine" in the Diesel Engine Supplement. OFF (C): This position lets you turn off theengine but the still turn the steering wheel. It doesn't lock steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motionwhile the engine is off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed). PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Move your shift lever to Your engine won't start in any other position -- that's a safety feature. To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. RUN (D): This is the position for driving. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. 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 willgo down as your engine gets warm. START (E): This starts your engine. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck inLOCK and you can't turn it, be sure you are using the correct if key; so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and rightwhile you turn the key hard. But turn the only with your hand. key Using a tool to force it could break thekey or the ignition switch.If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. 2-1s