Retained accessory power (rap), Shifting into park, Retained accessory – CHEVROLET 2012 Express User Manual

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Chevrolet Express Owner Manual - 2012

Driving and Operating

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WARNING (Continued)

If the cord will not reach, use a
heavy-duty three-prong extension
cord rated for at least 15 amps.

4. Before starting the engine, be

sure to unplug and store the
cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine parts
and prevent damage.

The length of time the heater should
remain plugged in depends on
several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
vehicle for the best advice on this.

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 (if equipped)

These features will work when the
ignition key is in ON/RUN or ACC/
ACCESSORY. Once the key is
turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF,
power to the radio and power
windows will continue to work
10 minutes or until the driver door is
opened.

Shifting Into Park

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WARNING

It can be dangerous to get out of
the vehicle if the shift lever is not
fully in P (Park) with the parking
brake firmly set. The vehicle can

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WARNING (Continued)

roll. If you have left the engine
running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be
injured. To be sure the vehicle will
not move, even when you are on
fairly level ground, use the steps
that follow. If you are pulling a
trailer, see Driving Characteristics
and Towing Tips on page 9‑46
.

1. Hold the brake pedal down and

set the parking brake. See
Parking Brake on page 9‑34.

2. Move the shift lever into P (Park)

by pulling the shift lever toward
you and moving it up as far as it
will go.

3. Turn the ignition key to

LOCK/OFF.

4. Remove the key and take it with

you. If you can leave the vehicle
with the ignition key in your
hand, the vehicle is in P (Park).

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