2009 Pontiac Torrent Owner's Manual - Page 97

ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This is the position in which you can operate some electrical accessories. 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. 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. This is the position that starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch returns to ON/RUN for driving. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: R (ON/RUN): • Audio System • Power Windows • Sunroof (if equipped) Power to these accessories will continue to operate for up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened. All these features will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. / (START): 2-21