2003 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 84

Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you Starting Your Engine can't turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the engine won't start in any other position-that's a safety key or the ignition switch. If none of these works, feature. To restart when you're already moving, use then your vehicle needs service. NEUTRAL (N) only. B (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Notice: Don't operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle. Notice: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to 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. C (RUN): This is the position for driving. D (START): This position starts the engine, Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to LOCK. 01 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. At 15 seconds, the starter will automatically be disengaged. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 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. Your radio, power windows, sunroof (option) and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from RUN to LOCK, these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened. 2-19