1995 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 66

Key Reminder Warning: If you leave your key in the ignition, in the off position, you will hear a warning chime when you open the driver's door. Retained Accessory Power: If you have the optional remote lock control, after you turn your ignition and off even remove the key, you will still have electrical power to such accessories as the radio and power windows for up to 10 minutes. When you open door, power is a turned off. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won'tstart in any other position that's a -safety feature.To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK andyou can't turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steeringwheel left and rightwhile you turn the key hard. But turn the only with key your hand.Using a tool to force could break it the key or the ignition switch. none of this If works, then yourvehicle needs service. To start your3.8 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key toSTART. When the engine starts,let go of the key.The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.