Cadillac 2005 XLR, Owner'S Manual

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Ignition Positions
Your vehicle has an
electronic keyless ignition
with pushbutton start.
/
(START): Press this button while your foot is on the
brake to start the engine. The keyless access transmitter
must be in the vehicle for the ignition to work.
9 ACC (OFF/ACCESSORY): When the engine is on
or in accessory mode, press this button to turn the
engine off and place the vehicle in RAP. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-22 for more
information.
When the engine is off, press this button to place the
vehicle in accessory mode. ACCESSORY MODE
ON will display on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
This mode allows you to use things like the radio
and the windshield wipers while the engine is off.
Use ACC if you must have your vehicle in motion while
the engine is off, for example, if your vehicle is being
pushed or towed.
After being in ACC for about 20 minutes, the vehicle will
automatically enter RAP or OFF, depending on if the
doors are opened or closed.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following accessories on your vehicle may be used
for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
•
Radio
•
Power Windows
•
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or
if a door is opened. If you want power for another
10 minutes, close all the doors and press the ACC
button to place the vehicle in accessory mode. Press the
button again and the vehicle will return to RAP.
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