1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 67

Theft Vehicle theftis big business, especially in some cities. Although your Pontiac has a number theft-deterrent of features, we know that nothing we put it can makeit on impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area,or take them with you. Parking Lots If you parkin a lot where someone will watching be your vehicle, it's best lock it upand take your keys. to But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable your vehicle? in Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it's an easy target for riders or professional thieves so joy -don't do it. When you park your Pontiac and open the driver's door, you'll hear a chime reminding you remove your key to Lock the glove box. from the ignition and take with you. Alwaysdo this. it Lock all the doors except the driver's. Your steering wheel willbe locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transaxle, taking your e Then take the door key with you. key out also locks your transaxle. And remember to lock the doors. 2-12