2005 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 98
2005 Chevrolet Impala Manual
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP), which will allow your vehicle's radio to work when the ignition key is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF the radio will continue to work 10 minutes or until the driver's door is opened. Also, the power windows will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened. 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 your vehicle does not start within 10 seconds, hold the key in START for about 10 seconds at a time until the engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try. 3. If the engine still will not start, or starts but then stops, it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. This time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds to clear the extra gasoline from the engine. After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure. 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. Starting Your Engine 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. 2-22