Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following accessories can be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off.
• Audio System
• Audio Steering Wheel (if equipped)
• Clock
• Power Windows
• Sunroof (if equipped)
Power to these accessories works up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened.
The instrument panel cluster lights stay on for a few seconds, then will go out. Once the driver door is opened, the power shuts off to these accessories. The vehicle has a feature designed to protect the battery against drainage. For more information see Inadvertent Power Battery Saver and Electric Power Management.
See also:
Maintenance when Trailer
Towing
The vehicle needs service more
often when pulling a trailer. See the
Maintenance Schedule. Things that are
especially important in trailer
operation are automatic
transmission fluid, engine ...
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the
vehicle's engine power is reduced.
Reduced engine power can affect
the vehicle's ability to accelerate.
If this message is on, but there i ...
Unable to Connect to OnStar
Message
If there is limited cellular coverage
or the cellular network has reached
maximum capacity, this message
may come on. Push to try the
call again or try again after driving a
few miles into ...