GMC Terrain: Retained Accessory Power (RAP) - Starting and Operating - Driving and Operating - GMC Terrain Owner's ManualGMC Terrain: Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

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

○ Audio System
○ Power Windows
○ Sunroof (if equipped)

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 these features will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY.

    Starting the Engine
    Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any other position. To restart the vehicle when it is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Notice: Do not try to shi ...

    Engine Coolant Heater
    The engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant ...

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    Ignition Transmission Lock Check
    While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. ○ The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in P (Park ...

    Wheels
    Clean the wheels as you would the rest of the exterior. Wash them with the same solution, and rinse them thoroughly. If equipped Aluminum alloy wheels have a protective clear-coat that keeps ...

    Heating controls
    For normal heating operation, set the air intake control to the fresh air () position and the air flow control to the floor () position. For faster heating, the air intake control should ...