Retained Accessory Power - Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual

AKENG44_Escalade Page 238 Wednesday, July 16, 2008 12:22 PM
Starting and Operating Instructions
NOTICE
Operating features such as
the radio with the key in the
"accessory" or "on" positions for
extended periods may drain the
battery and prevent the vehicle
from starting. Do not operate
the vehicle in the "accessory" or
"on" positions for a long period
of time.
3. ON: The switch returns to the
ON position after you start the
engine and release the switch.
Even with the engine off,
you can use ON to operate
electrical accessories and
display some instrument
cluster warning lights and
messages.
The automatic transmission is
unlocked in this position.
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4. START: Starts the engine.
When the engine starts,
release the key. The ignition
switch will return to ON.

Retained Accessory Power

Your vehicle has retained
accessory power, which allows you
to operate the following electrical
accessories for up to 10 minutes
after you turn the ignition off,
unless a door is opened:
• Power Windows
• Sunroof (if equipped)
You can operate the radio for up to
10 minutes after the ignition has
been turned off or until the driver's
door is opened.
If you want this power for another
10 minutes, close all the doors and
turn the ignition to ON and then
back to LOCK.