Retained Accessory Power (Rap); Starting The Engine; Automatic Transmission Operation; Manual Transmission Operation - Chevrolet 2008 Cobalt Owner's Manual

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

These vehicle accessories may be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off.
•
Audio System
•
Power Windows, if equipped
•
Sunroof, if equipped
The power windows and sunroof will continue to work
for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened.
The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from
ON/RUN to OFF/LOCK, the radio will continue to work
for 10 minutes or until the driver's door is opened.

Starting the Engine

Place the transmission in the proper gear.
Automatic Transmission
Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The
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 neutral position and the
parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal down
to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle will
not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down.
That is a safety feature.
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