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What does the rap fuse do?

What does the rap fuse do?

Registered. Retained accessory power (RAP) is a power mode that permits the operation of some accessories for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF. The RAP power mode is enabled by the body control module (BCM).

Why is my Chevy Impala key stuck in the ignition?

I’M SO ANGRY ABOUT THIS,CAR GAVE NO WARNING,I’M SURLEY CALLING CHEVY,IT SHOULD BE AN ABSOLUTELY A RECALL..CHEVY IS FULL OF SH#$…… MY PROBLEM IS THE SAME AS PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS: THE KEY WILL NOT DISENGAGE FROM THE IGNITION, THEREFORE IT STAYS IN THE VEHICLE ALL THE TIME.

What to do if your key is stuck in the ignition?

THE ONLY WAY I CAN CONTINUE TO DRIVE IS TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY EVERY TIME I PARK AND LOCK THE CAR WITH MY SPARE KEY SO THAT IT WON’T GET RIPPED OFF. SINCE THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM, WHY HAS IT NOT HAD A RECALL? If it is a floor shift models it is a broken wire on the solenoid on the right lower of the shifter.

Where is the shift lock solenoid on a Chevy Impala?

The shift lock solenoid is located under the center console, there are 5 wires and they break because using the shifting lever wears the wires in two. (like taking a piece of bailing wire and twisting it until it breaks).

What to do if your Chevy Impala key is stuck?

Make sure your Impala is in park. Even if it is in park, push the shifter up higher toward park while gently turning the key. You don’t need to manhandle anything. You’re just looking to see if the park lock mechanism is failing. If it is, the key should come right out.

What to do if your key gets stuck in the ignition?

Take the good key and duplicate it. Rusted – A key that is rusted can get stuck in the ignition system easily. It doesn’t have to be a lot of rust. Just enough to keep it from moving freely. As with a bent key, just start over. Once something rusts, it comes back a lot easier.

What to do if your Chevy Camaro key is stuck?

If you have a key that’s in better shape, you’d want to use that one to make a duplicate. If you have no key to duplicate, many manufacturers can use the VIN number to cut you a brand new OEM key. Just be prepared to prove ownership to Chevy in some way.

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Ruth Doyle