1999 Pontiac Sunfire Owner's Manual - Page 75

yellowblue Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is used. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your Pontiac is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won't start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that's a safety feature. To remove the key, turn the key to OFF. While pressing the key release button, turn the key to LOCK. Pull the key straight out. Starting Your 2.2 Liter L4 Engine 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 Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (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. 2-15