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Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Power Mode

RAP is a vehicle power mode that permits the operation of selected customer convenience items after the ignition switch is turned OFF. These selected items will remain in operation until a passenger compartment door is opened or until the RAP function timer reaches its shut-off limit.

The BCM turns OFF the RAP function and de-energizes the RAP#1 relay when one of the following conditions are met:

    • The BCM senses the opening of any door or the liftgate.
    • The BCM detects a decrease in battery capacity below a prescribed limit.
    • The BCM receives a message from its internal timer indicating the end of the RAP period after 20 minutes.
    • The transition from OFF to RUN/ON of the ignition switch.

RAP Relay #1

The body control module monitors the ignition switch position, battery condition and passenger compartment door status to determine whether RAP should be initiated. If the ignition switch transitions from RUN/ON to OFF, the battery level is within the acceptable range and the passenger compartment doors are closed, the body control module energizes the RAP#1 relay. This provides power for the following:

    • RAP Relay #2 Control Signal
    • DIC
    • Rear Seat Audio Controller
    • Left and Right Steering Wheel Control Switches.
    • Left Front and Rear Power Window Control Switches
    • Left Front and Rear Power door lock Switches
    • Radio
    • OnStar, VIU

RAP Relay #2

When the BCM commands the RAP function active, RAP#1 relay supplies a signal to RAP#2 relay's control circuit. RAP#2 relay then supplies an isolated fused power source to the following accessories:

    • Right Front and Rear Power Window Control Switches
    • Right Front and Rear Power door lock Switches
    • Power Sunroof