Pontiac 2004 Grand Prix User Manual download pdf (Page 83)

Notice:

If your key seems stuck in OFF and you

can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;

if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the

steering wheel left and right while you turn the key

hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a

tool to force it could break the key or the ignition

switch. If none of these works, then your vehicle

needs service.

ACC (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things

like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine

is off.

R (RUN): This position is where the key returns to

after you start the vehicle. With the engine off, you can

use RUN to display some of the warning and indicator

lights.

/ (START): This position starts the engine. Let go of

the key when the engine starts. The key will return

to the RUN position.

A continuous warning chime will sound and a KEY IN

IGNITION warning message will display on the DIC

if the key is in the ignition in the OFF or ACCESSORY

positions and the driver’s door is opened.

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

With Retained Accessory Power (RAP), the power

windows, audio system and sunroof will continue to

work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned

to OFF and none of the doors are opened.

Starting Your Engine

1. 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 while you’re already

moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.

Notice:

Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle

is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle.

Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

2. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your

ignition key to START. When the engine starts,

let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as

your engine gets warm.

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. Wait about

15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining

your battery or damaging your starter.

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