2011 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 218
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Manual
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9-20 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: ... Shifting Into Park { 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 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 9‑42. 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9‑28 for more information. 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by holding in the button on the shift lever and pushing the shift lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. 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). Audio System Power Windows Heated Seats (if equipped) Sunroof (if equipped) These features continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF. The power windows, heated seats, and sunroof will work until any door is opened. The radio continues to work until the driver door is opened. All these features operate when the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY.