Chevrolet 2003 Corvette User Manual

Ignition Positions
~ With the key in the ignition
switch, you can turn it to
four different positions.
OFF: This is the only position from which you can
remove the key.
If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition
switch can’t be turned to
OFF unless the shift lever is in
PARK (P).
ACC (Accessory): This is the position in which you
can operate your electrical accessories.
If you have a manual transmission removing
the key from the ignition switch will lock the
steering column and result in a
loss of ability to
steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If
you need to turn the engine
off while the vehicle
is moving, turn the key to ACC.
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? 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.
ON: This is the position to which the switch returns
after you start the engine and release the key. The
switch stays in
ON while the engine is running. But even
when the engine is not running, you can use
ON to
operate your electrical accessories and to display some
instrument panel cluster messages and telltales.
START: This position starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will
return to
ON for normal driving.
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Chevrolet 2003 Corvette Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	2003 Corvette
Category	Automobile
Language	English