1994 GMC Suburban Owner's Manual - Page 69

NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in "LOCK" and can't turn it, be you sure it is all the in. If it is, then turn the steering way wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the only key with your hand.Using a tool to force it could break the or key If vehicle needs the ignition switch. none of this works, then your service. Key Release Lever The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release lever is used. To Remove the Key On manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release lever down (see the caution earlierin this section about the key release lever). Keeping your finger on the lever, pull the key straight out. On automatic transmission vehicles, turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out. Starting Your Gasoline Engine If you have a diesel engine, see "Starting Your Diesel Engine" in the Index. Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See "Vehicle Identification Number" in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the engine. 2-13