1996 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 80

Starting Your 3.8 Liter 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 getswarm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. 2 . If it doesn't start right away, hold your key in START for about three to five seconds a timeuntil at your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery. 3. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. the vehicle starts If briefly but then stops again, do the samething, but this timekeep the pedal down for five orsix seconds. This clearsthe extra gasoline from the engine. After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure. NOTICE: Your engine is designedto work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check withyour dealer. If you don't, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to doit without damaging your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle'' in the Index. 2-25