Ignition Positions; Retained Accessory Power (Rap) - Pontiac 2005 Grand Prix Owner's Manual

Ignition Positions

The ignition switch is located on the instrument panel,
to the right of the steering column.
9
(OFF): This position locks the ignition, steering
wheel and transaxle. It is a theft-deterrent feature. This is
the only position from which the key can be removed.
Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break the
key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with
your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If
it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you
turn the key hard. If none of this works, then
your vehicle needs service.
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There are four different
positions. Insert the key
in the ignition and turn
it to the right for each
position.
ACC (ACCESSORY): This position allows things like
the radio and windshield wipers to operate while
the engine is off.
R
(RUN): This position is where the key returns to
after the vehicle is started. With the engine off, the
RUN position displays some of the warning and
indicator lights.
/
(START): This position starts the engine. Let go of
the key when the engine starts. The key will return
to the RUN position for normal driving.
A continuous warning chime will sound and a KEY IN
IGNITION warning message will display on the
Driver Information Center (DIC) if the key is in the
ignition in OFF or ACC and the driver's door is opened.

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.