2009 Pontiac Solstice Owner's Manual - Page 71

If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK/OFF unless the shift lever is in P (Park). If you have a manual transmission, the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK/OFF in any shift lever position. If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine off, the battery could be drained. You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time. / { CAUTION: If you have a manual transmission removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This is the position in which you can operate some of the electrical accessories. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. (START): This is the position that starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch returns to ON/RUN for normal driving. A warning tone will sound when the driver door is opened, the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or ACC/ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: • Audio System • Power Windows, if equipped • Sunroof, if equipped The power windows and sunroof will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened. The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from ON/RUN to OFF/LOCK, the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes or until the driver's door is opened. R (ON/RUN): This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. The switch stays in this position when the engine is running. 2-17