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If your vehicle has
power door locks,
push
LOCK on the
power door lock
switch on the door
armrest. This switch
will lock all the doors
at once.
To unlock the doors,
push on the raised
area next to the key symbol.
On four-door models, the lever on each rear door works only that door's
lock.
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With this feature, you
can lock the rear doors
so they can’t be
opened from the
inside by passengers.
Move the lock up to
lock the doors and
down to release the
door locks.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set th\
e
locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.
Keyless Entry System
If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or
unlock your rear endgate from up to
30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Should interference
to this system occur, try this:
0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the
Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product
instructions on battery replacement.
has a maximum range.
0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the
signal.
See your GM dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Changes
or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service
facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
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When you press UNLOCK, the driver’s door will unlock automatically. If
you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all doors will unlock. All
doors will lock when LOCK is pressed.
The endgate glass will unlock when the REAR button is pressed. Vehicles
with automatic transmissions must have the transmission in PARK
(P).
Vehicles with manual transmission must have the parking brake engaged.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from
unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can
be purchased through your dealer. Remember
to bring any remaining
transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches
the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, the remaining transmitters must
also be matched. Once the
new transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter will
not unlock your vehicle.
You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own,
provided they are equipped with
exactly the same model system. (General
Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles.)
Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it.
See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last
about two years.
You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won’t work at the
normal range in any location.
If you have to get close to your vehicle before
the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the batteries.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Your transmitter housing snaps apart for ease in battery replacement. To
open the housing:
I 1. Insert a dime
between two halves
of the
transmitter
housing near the key ring hole.
2. Remove the
bottom by
twisting the dime.
3. Remove and replace the batteries with two Duracell @-type batte\
ries
(DL2016 or equivalent), positive side down.
4. Align and snap together the back and top transmitter housings. \
Endgate (Hatch) Release
To open a mechanical
lock system from the
outside, insert the key in the lock and turn to
the left to unlock the
glass.
If your vehicle
has an
endgate-mounted spare tire carrier, you
must move the carrier
arm out of the way to
open the glass.
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Open the glass and
reach inside the
endgate to lift the
handle and open the
endgate.
Close the endgate first
then close the glass.
The endgate and glass will automatically lock when shut.
To open
a power lock system from the outside, insert the key in the lock
button and turn to the left. All doors will unlock.
When doors are
unlocked, push the
button in to open
the
glass.
Then reach inside to lift the handle and open the endgate. The endgate can
be opened without a key if the driver’s door is unlocked. The endgate glass
will not release if the vehicle is in gear. If your vehicle has an
endgate-mounted spare tire carrier, you must move the carrier
arm out of
the way to open the glass.
To lock a power lock system from the outside, insert the key
in the lock
button and turn to the right. All doors will lock.
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Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your
vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features,
we know that nothing we
put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
Key in the lgnition
If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target
for joy riders or professional thieves
- so don’t do it.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone
reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you.
Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your
ignition.
If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also
locks your transmission. And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember
to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage
area, or take them
with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best
to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition
key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box.
0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
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NOTICE:
Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But
it will perform better in the long run
if you follow these
guidelines:
Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500
miles (804 km).
Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first
500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or
so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and
earlier replacement. Follow this “breaking-in” guideline
every time
you get new brake linings.
Don’t tow a trailer during ‘(break-in.” See “Towing a Trailer’’
in the Index for more information.
Ignition Switch
Use your key to start your vehicle. The key lets you turn the ignition switch
to
five different positions.
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1. OFF
2. RUN
3. START
4. ACC
5. LOCK
ACC (Accessory) - ACC lets you use things like the radio and the
windshield wipers when the engine is
off. To get into ACC, push in the key
and
turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it
was before you inserted the key.
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Don’t operate accessories in the ACC position for long periods
of time. Prolonged operation
of accessories in the ACC position
could drain your battery and prevent you from startiing your
vehicle.
LOCK
- This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and
transmission. It’s a theft deterrent feature.
You will only be able to remove
your key when the ignition
is turned to LOCK.
OFF - This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering
wheel. Use
OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is
off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed).
RUN - This is the position for driving.
START - This starts your engine.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure
it is all the way in.
If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and
right while you turn the key hard.’But turn the key only with
your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch.
If none of this works, then your vehicle needs
service.
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