Cadillac Escalade: Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
- Audio System
- Power Windows
- OnStar System (if equipped)
- Sunroof (if equipped)
These features work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, the windows and sunroof continue to work up to 10 minutes until any door is opened. The radio continues to work for up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened.
Engine Heater
The engine coolant 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 ...
Shifting Into Park
WARNING
It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have
left the engine running, t ...
See also:
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement for information regarding Part 15 of the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
If there is a decrease ...
Automatic car wash
WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after washing
the vehicle. This could cause an accident. For
this reason, you must drive particularly
carefully after washing the vehicle until th ...
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window.
(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. It automatically turns off
after it has b ...