1994 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 53

Features and Controls Retained Accessory Power(RAP) [f you have powerdoor locks, your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP your power door locks, electric mirrors, power windows, audio system and remote hatch release will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to "OW' and neither door is opened. [f a door is opened, the audio system and power windows will shut off. The power door locks, electric mirrors and remote hatch release will work until you shut the door. Once you have shut the door, these accessories will continue to work for approximately 35 seconds. After this time you will not be able to use these accessories until the next time you open a door or turn on the ignition. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission:Move your shift lever to "P" (Park) or " N ' (Neutral). Your engine won't start in any other position -that's a safety feature.To restart when you're already moving, use " N ' (Neutral) only. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to"P" (Park) if your Pontiac is moving. you do, If you could damage the transmission. Shift to"P" (Park) only when your vehicle is stopped. If your key seems stuck in "Lock" and you can't turnit, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turnthe key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could breakthe key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. Manual Transmission:The gear select01 should be in neutral. Hold the clutch pede1 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 start yourV6 engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to "Start." When the engine starts, let go the of key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. ...52