2006 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 98

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow the radio to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. Your radio will work when the ignition key is in ON or ACC. Once the key is turned from ON to OFF, the radio will continue to work for up to 10 minutes 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 opened. Notice: Repeated attempts to start your engine, will cause your battery to drain much sooner. Excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2. If it does not start within 10 seconds, rotate the key back from START to ON. Holding the key in START will not cause the vehicle to keep cranking. Then push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor, while you turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. Wait about 15 seconds between each try. Use the same instructions as stated earlier, when starting your engine in very cold weather. It is recommended that you use the engine block heater, if equipped, to assist in starting your engine in very cold weather. Notice: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle's warranty. Starting the 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 the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. 2-24