Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual / Driving and Operating / Starting and Operating / Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

These vehicle accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off:

Audio System
Power Windows
Sunroof

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 LOCK/OFF, the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes after the last input (button press, knob turn) to the radio is detected.

It is possible to turn the radio back on at any time after it has timed out using the Power knob. The radio will be functional for 10 minutes after the last input (button press, knob turn) to the radio is detected.

Engine Heater

The engine heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F). Vehicles with an engine heater should be plu ...

Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)

1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake. 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by pressing the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward t ...

Other materials:

Arming the AlarmSystem
1. Close all doors, the trunk/liftgate, and the hood. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of two ways: Use the RKE transmitter. With a door open, press on the interior of the door. 3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the ...

Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
Warning: A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the system ...

Drum Brake System Description and Operation
System Component Description The drum brake system consists of the following: Drum Brake Shoes Applies mechanical output force, from hydraulic brake wheel cylinders, to friction surfaces of brake drums. Brake Drums Uses mechanical output force applied to fric ...

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