ignition CHEVROLET OPTRA 2004 1.G Workshop Manual

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control
System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level
surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking Brake
on page 2-28if necessary.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position,
but do not start the engine. Without applying the
regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves
out of PARK (P), your vehicle needs service.
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.
•With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to
LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
•With a manual transaxle, the key should turn to
LOCK only when you press the key release button.
On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It
should only lock when turned to the right.
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If the Light Is On Steady.................................3-34
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard.........................4-27
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow.......4-30
Ignition Positions.............................................2-18
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check..........................6-21
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-31
Inflation - Tire Pressure...................................5-57
Inspection
Brake System.............................................6-24
Engine Cooling System................................6-23
Exhaust System..........................................6-23
Fuel System...............................................6-23
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.......................6-23
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal.........................................6-23
Throttle System...........................................6-24
Instrument Panel
Cluster.......................................................3-26
Overview..................................................... 3-2
Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-14
Instrument Panel Fuse Block............................5-83
Interior Lamps................................................3-14
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-39
K
Key Lock Cylinders Service..............................6-20
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-3
Keys............................................................... 2-2
L
Lamps
Exterior......................................................3-12
Fog Lamps.................................................5-46
Interior.......................................................3-14
Lamps On Reminder.......................................3-13
Lap-Shoulder Belt...................................1-16, 1-25
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-42
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-45
Leaving Your Vehicle.......................................2-10
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running......2-30
Liftgate..........................................................2-13
Light
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-28
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-31
Brake System Warning.................................3-30
Charging System.........................................3-29
Cruise Control.............................................3-37
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator..................3-38
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