Retained Accessory Power (RAP); Retained Accessory; Driving and Operating- Page 179

2017 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual

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2014 Dodge Charger SRT Owner Manual

Table of Contents

In Brief
Seats and Restraints
Instruments and Controls
Driving and Operating
Vehicle Care
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Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-9803782) -

2017 - crc - 9/7/16

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Driving and Operating

Warning (Continued)

function. An ungrounded
outlet could cause an
electric shock.

.

Use a weatherproof,
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated
extension cord if needed.
Failure to use the
recommended extension
cord in good operating
condition, or using a
damaged heater or
extension cord, could make
it overheat and cause a fire,
property damage, electric
shock, and injury.

.

Do not operate the vehicle
with the heater cord
permanently attached to the

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Warning (Continued)

vehicle. Possible heater
cord and thermostat
damage could occur.

.

While in use, do not let the
heater cord touch vehicle
parts or sharp edges. Never
close the hood on the
heater cord.

.

Before starting the vehicle,
unplug the cord, reattach
the cover to the plug, and
securely fasten the cord.
Keep the cord away from
any moving parts.

4. Before starting the engine, be

sure to unplug and store the
cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine
parts.

The length of time the heater should
remain plugged in depends on
several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
vehicle for the best advice on this.

Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)

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

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Infotainment System

.

Power Windows

.

Sunroof (If Equipped)

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Auxiliary Power Outlet

Power to the audio system will
continue to operate for up to
10 minutes or until the driver door is
opened.

Power to the power windows and
sunroof will continue to operate for
up to 10 minutes or until any door is
opened.

All of these features will work when
the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/
ACCESSORY.