1998 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - Page 72

Trunk Lid Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially some cities. in Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent on features, we know that nothing we put it can make it impossible to steal. However, there ways you are can help. I It can be dangerous to drive the trunklid with open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into yourvehicle. You can't see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness even death. and If you must drivewith the trunklid open or if electrical wiring or other cableconnections must pass through theseal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all windows are shut. Key in theIgnition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, an it's easy targetfor joy riders or professional thieves so -don't do it. I Turn the fan your heatingor cooling on system to itshighest speed with the setting on ECON or VENT. That will force outside air into your vehicle. See"Comfort Controls" in the Index. If you have air outletson or under the instrument panel, open themall the way. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. With the ignitionoff and the driver's door open, you'll hear a tone reminding you remove your key from to the ignition and take with you. Always do this. Your it so steering wheel will be locked, and will your ignition and transaxle. And remember lock the doors. to Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close windows and lock your all vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables outsight. of Put them in a storage area, take them with you. or 2-15