Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off:
• Audio System
• Power Windows
• Sunroof (if equipped)
Power to the windows and sunroof will work up to 10 minutes or until a door is opened.
The radio continues to work for 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened.
For an additional 10 minutes of operation, close all the doors and turn the key to ON/RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF.
All these features will work when the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY positions.
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