2001 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 91

Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to four different positions. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while 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. ACCESSORY (B): This position lets you use your electrical power accessories such as power windows, power sunroof (option), radio and the windshield wipers. RUN (C): This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. This is the position for normal driving. Even when the engine is not running, you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights. START (D): This position starts your engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. LOCK (A): This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It's a theft-deterrent feature. 2-21