2004 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 91

ACC (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is not running. To use ACC, turn the key clockwise to the first position. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-31. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle has a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow some features to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to off or until the driver's door is opened. Your vehicle's sunroof and heated seats, if equipped, and the power windows also work this way. They will turn off after 10 minutes or if any door is open. R (ON): This position unlocks the ignition. It is also the position to where the key returns after you start the engine and release the switch. The switch will stay in this position while the engine is running. But even while the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position - that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. / (START): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to the ON position for normal driving. 2-23