Retained Accessory Power (Rap); Starting The Engine - Buick 2005 LaCrosse Owner's Manual

C (RUN): This position is where the key returns to after
the vehicle is started. This position displays some of
the warning and indicator lights.
D (START): This position starts the engine.
A warning chime will sound and the Driver Information
Center will display a warning message when the driver's
door is opened if the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or
ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition. See DIC
Warnings and Messages on page 3-53 for more
information.

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

If the vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP),
certain features will continue to operate for up to
10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF unless
a door is opened.
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Starting the Engine

Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
The engine will not start in any other position — that is
a safety feature. To restart when you are already
moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle
moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into
PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
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.
Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to
be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat
can damage your starter motor. Wait about
15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining
your battery or damaging your starter.