Retained Accessory Power (Rap) - Pontiac 2006 G6 Owner's Manual

ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position unlocks the
transmission. It also lets you use things like the radio and
windshield wipers while the engine is not running. To use
ACC/ACCESSORY, turn the key clockwise to the first
position. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed
or towed. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on
page 4-26.
R
(ON/RUN): This position can be used to operate the
electrical accessories and to display some instrument
panel warning lights. The ignition switch will stay in this
position while the engine is running.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the
ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine
off. You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery
is allowed to drain for an extended period of time.
/
(START): This position starts the engine. When
the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch
will return to the ON/RUN position for normal driving.
A warning tone will sound when the driver door is
opened, the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or
LOCK/OFF and the key is in the ignition.
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

These vehicle accessories can be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
•
Audio System
•
Power Windows
•
Heated Seats (if equipped)
•
Sunroof (if equipped)
These features continue to work up to 10 minutes after
the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF.
The power windows, heated seats, and sunroof will
work until any door is opened.
The radio continues to work until the driver door is
opened.
All these features operate when the key is in the
ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY.