2005 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 87

Key Reminder Warning If you leave your key in OFF, you will hear a warning chime when you open the driver's door. Always leave your key in LOCK while the engine is off. If you leave it in any other position, you will drain your battery power. 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 the engine gets warm. Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the 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 the engine does not start within 10 seconds, hold your key in START for about 10 seconds at a time until the engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try. When your engine has run for about 10 seconds to warm up, your vehicle is ready to be driven. Do not race your engine when it is cold. If the weather is below freezing (32°F or 0°C), let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) After you turn the ignition off and remove the key, you will still have power to such accessories as the power windows, audio steering wheel controls (if equipped), clock, sunroof (if equipped) and the radio for up to 10 minutes. The instrument panel cluster lights will stay on for a few seconds, then will go out. Once you open a door, the power will shut off. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The engine will not start in any other position - that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. 2-23