2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner's Manual - Page 101

Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you Notice: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your can't turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift toPARK (P) only when your so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the vehicle is stopped. key or the ignition switch. If none of these works, 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the then your vehicle needs service. ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as B (ACCESSORY): This position allows you to use your engine gets warm. things like the radio, power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Notice: Holding your key inSTART for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to C (RUN): This position is for driving. be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about D (START): This position starts your engine. 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining Retained Accessory Power (RAP) your battery or damaging yourstarter. The Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature will allow certain features on your vehicle to continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to LOCK. 2. If it doesn't start within 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor, while you hold the ignition key in START. When the engine starts, let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. Wait about 15 seconds between each try. When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18"C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won't start in any other position - that's a safety feature. To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. 2-28