2000 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual

With the key in theignition switch, you canturn the switch to fourdifferent positions.LOCK (): Before you put the key in, the ignitionwill be in LOCK. This is the only position from whichyou can remove the key. This position locks theignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s atheft-deterrent feature.OFF (I): This position lets you turn off the enginebut still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock thesteering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you musthave your vehicle in motion while the engine is off(for example, if your vehicle is being pushed).ON (II): The ignition is on in this position. ON is usedfor driving your vehicle.START (III): This position starts the engine.To lock the steering column, remove the key while inLOCK. Turn the steering wheel until you hear a click.Retained Accessory Power (RAP)The radio and the optional cellular phone are the onlyaccessories on your vehicle that may be used for up to10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF or untila door is opened.Power to the door locks is available at all times. Powerto the fuel door and trunk release will be availablefor 15 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF.The power window controls and the sunroof (optional)controls are active until a door is opened -- there isno time limit as long as the doors remain closed.2-17