2004 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 86

Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn to five 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. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of these works, then your vehicle needs service. (C) OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It does not lock the steering wheel like LOCK and it does not send any electrical power to the accessories. The instrument panel cluster will remain powered in LOCK to illuminate the gear shift indicator. The cluster will also activate the parking brake light when the parking brake is set. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is not running. (D) RUN: This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. This is also the position for normal driving. Even when the engine is not running, you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights. (E) START: This position starts your engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. (A) ACCESSORY: This position lets you use your electrical accessories such as power windows, power sunroof (if equipped), radio and the windshield wipers. To use, push in the ignition key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key. (B) LOCK: This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It is a theft-deterrent feature. 2-22