1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Owner's Manual - Page 71

ACC (Accessory) (B): This position unlocks the transaxle. It also lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is not running.To use ACC, push in the key and turn it to the right. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but nevertry to push-start your vehicle. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. ON (C): This position unlocks the ignition and transaxle. This position is also where the key returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The Starting Your 3100 Engine switch staysin ON whenthe engine is running. Buteven when the engine is not running, you can use ON to 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your operate your electrical power accessories, and to display ignition key toSTART. When the engine starts, let some instrument panel warning lights. go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. START (D): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return toON for normal driving. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won't startin any other position-- that's a safety feature.To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. 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.