Honda automobile, Owner'S Manual

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If the front wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may make it difficult
to turn the key. Firmly turn the
steering wheel to the left or right as
you turn the key.
The ignition switch has four
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY
(I), ON (II), and START (III).
You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To turn the key, push it in slightly. If
your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the shift lever must
also be in park.
You can
operate the audio system and the
cigarette lighter in this position.
This is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
indicators on the instrument panel
come on as a test when you turn the
ignition switch from the
ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II)
position.
On some types, the headlights come
on automatically in this position (see
page
).
Use this position
only to start the engine. The switch
returns to the ON (II) position when
you let go of the key.
You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the ignition
switch in the LOCK (0) or the
ACCESSORY (I) position and open
the driver’s door. Remove the key to
turn off the beeper.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the shift lever must be
in Park before you can remove the
key from the ignition switch.
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On vehicles with manual transmission
Ignition Switch
Instruments and Controls
LOCK (0)
ACCESSORY (I)
ON (II)
START (III)
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Removing the key from the
ignition switch while driving
locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control of
the vehicle.
Remove the key from the
ignition switch only when
parked.
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