1994 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 57

Features & Controls Key Release Button (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) (CONT.) Starting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See "Vehicle Identification Number" in the Index.) Follow the proper stepsto start the engine. Manual transaxle Hold the clutch pedal to the floor, then shift your gear selector neutral while to starting the engine.Your vehicle won't start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that's a safety feature. Both Transaxles To Start Your 2.3 Liter EnEine (Codes 3. D or A): 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition keyto START. When the engine starts, letgo of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Automatic transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won't start in any other position -- that's a safety feature. To restart when you're already .EUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't turn it, 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 turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your Pontiac is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to drained be much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.