1999 Chevrolet Prizm Owner's Manual - Page 82

yellowblue With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to four positions. ACC (ACCESSORY) (B): In this position, you can operate some of your electrical power accessories (such as the radio, but not the ventilation fan). It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. To move the key from ACC to LOCK, push in the key and then turn it to LOCK. ON (C): The switch returns to this position after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in the ON position when the engine is running. But even when the ignition is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical power accessories (including the ventilation fan) and to display some warning and indicator lights. START (D): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. When the engine is not running, ACC and ON allow you to operate some of your electrical accessories. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is in ACC or LOCK and the key is in the ignition. LOCK (A): This is the only position from which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transaxle. Push in the ignition switch as you turn the it toward you. If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition switch can't be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in the PARK (P). 2-12