1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 129

NOTICE: If your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you can't turn it, be sure you are using the correctkey; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel leftand rightwhile 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. 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. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever toPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). 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. I NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And excessive heat can the damage your starter motor. 2-27