Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up
to 20 minutes after the engine is turned off:
Audio System
Wipers
Power Windows
These features work when the key is in ON or
ACC. Once the key is turned from ON to LOCK,
power to these features continue to work for
up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened.
Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in the proper gear.
Automatic Transmission
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine will not start in any other position – this
is a safety feature. To restart when you are already
moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Notice:Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your
vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage
the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when
your vehicle is stopped.
Manual Transmission
The shift lever should be in the NEUTRAL position
and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch
pedal to the oor and start the engine. Your
vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all
the way down. That is a safety feature.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn
the ignition key to START. When the engine
starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go
down as the engine gets warm. Do not race the
engine immediately after starting it. Operate
the engine and transmission gently to allow the
oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts.
Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled
Cranking System. This feature assists in
starting the engine and protects components.
If the ignition key is turned to the START
position, and then released when the engine
begins cranking, the engine will continue
cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle
starts. If the engine does not start and the
key is held in START for many seconds,
cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds
to prevent cranking motor damage.
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Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display............ 145
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with OnStar
®, Compass and
Temperature Display................................ 142
Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®...................... 142
Rearview Mirrors......................................... 141
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 12
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 452
Recovery Hooks.......................................... 292
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 300
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.......... 102
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................. 103
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.......................................... 404
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 401
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 374
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 475
General Motors........................................ 476
United States Government....................... 475Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 96
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 96
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 121
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 35
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 466
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 291
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 455
Running the Engine While Parked............... 140
S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 184
Pretensioners............................................. 43
Reminder Light........................................ 184
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 425
Center Front Passenger Position................ 36
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