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6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while
you push down on the child restraint.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different
directions to be sure it is secure.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s
safety belt and let it
go back all the way. The safety belt
will move freely again and be ready
to work for an adult
or larger child passenger.
Larger Childrc i
Children who have outgrown child restraints should
wear the vehicle’s safety belts.
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Synchronization
Synchronization may be necessary due to the security
method used by Remote Lock Control system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the
receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal it has
been sent previously.
This prevents anyone from recording
and playing back the signal fiom the transmitter.
To resynchronize the transmitter with the receiver:
While standing close to your vehicle, simultaneously
press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the
transmitter for
8 seconds. The door locks should cycle
and parking lamps flash
to confirm synchronization. If
this does happen, you may need to replace the battery in
your transmitter or match the transmitter
to your vehicle.
Transmitter Verification (Option)
This feature provides feedback to the holder of the Remote
Lock Control transmitter that a command has been received
by
the Remote Lock Control receiver. The parking lamps
will flash on every lock and unlock command and
the horn
will sound only
if the LOCK button is pushed twice within
five seconds.
This allows for silent operation of locking and
unlocking, unless
a confirming horn chrrp is desired. Other
optkns may be sekcted for this feature (see “Feature
Gustomization”
in the Index).
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each Remote Lock Control 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, any remaining transmitters
must also be matched. Once the new transmitter
is coded,
the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each
vehicle can have up
to four transmitters matched to it.
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Turning Off the Alarm
If you started the alarm by pressing the panic button on
the Remote Lock Control transmitter, you must either
push that button again or
turn the ignition switch to the
If the alarm is sounding due to the shock sensor or a
door
or hatch opening, it can be turned off by either
turning the ignition switch with
a proper keyinserted or
’ by pressing any button on the Remote Lock Control
transmitter. If you use your transmitter to silence
the
alarm, additional things will happen depending upon
which button you press.
Pressing the UNLOCK button will lurn the alarm off,
will unlock the driver’s door and disarm the system.
Pressing the LOCK button will turn the alarm off,
keep the ,doors locked and keep the system armed.
Pressing the trunk symbol button will turn the dam
off and will unlock and disarm the hatch only.
Pressing the panic button will turn the alarni off,
keep the doors locked and keep the system armed.
If the alarm is sounding because an incorrect ignition
key was used, press any button on the transmitter
to turn
the alarm off.
The alarm will stop by itself after two minutes.
, RUN position to stop the alarm.
PASS-Key 8 ‘1
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS-Key
II
(Personalized Automotive
Security System)
theft-deterrent system.
PASS-Key
II is a passive
theft-deterrent system.
It works when you insert
or remove the key
from
the ignition.
PASS-Key
11 uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key
that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
When the PASS-Key 11 system senses that someone is
using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter
and fuel system. For about three minutes, the starter
won’t
work and fuel won’t go to the engine. If someone
tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key
during this time,
the vehicle will not start. This
discourages someone from randomly trying different
keys
with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make
a- match.
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The ignition key must be clean and dry befote it’s
inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the
engine does not start and the SECURITY light stays on
when you try to start the vehicle, the key may be dirty or
wet.
Turn the ignition off.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try
again. The SECURITY light may remain on during this
time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears
to be clean. and
,dry, wait about three minutes and try
another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to
check the fuses (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the
Index).
If the starter won’t work with the other key, your
vehicle needs service.
If your vehicle does start, the first
ignition key may be faulty. See your Pontiac dealer or a
locksmith who can service the PASS-Key
II.
See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service
the PASS-Key
I1 to have a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes
on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if
you turn it
off. Your PASS-Key II system, however, is
not working properly and must be serviced’by your
Pontiac dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
PASS-Key I1 system.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key I1 ignition key, see
your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made.
In an emergency,
call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program at
1-800-ROADSDJ
or 1-800-762-3743.
If you accidentally use
a key that has a damaged or
missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the
SECURITY light
will flash. But you don’t have to wait
three minutes before trying another ignition key.
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Front Map Lamps
Your inside rearview mirror includes two map lamps.
Each lamp has its own switch. Use the switch closest to
the lamp
to turn it on, The lamps will also go on when a
door is opened.
Retained Acce,ssory Power (RAP)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory
Power
(RAP) feature which will allow certain features
of your vehicle to continue to work
up to 10 minutes
after the ignition key
is turned to OFF.
Your convertible top, power windows, and audio system
will work when the ignition key is in the
RUN or ACC
positions. Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF,
these features will continue to work for up to 10 minutes
or until either door
is opened.
Your power door unlock and remote hatch release
features will work when the ignition key
is in the RUN
or ACC positions or if either door is open. Once the key
is turned to OFF, these features will continue to work for
up to 10 minutes. If either door is open and the ignition
key is OFF, these features will continue to work until
both doors have been closed for about 30 seconds or
until the theft-deterrent system
arms. At that time, both
the power door unlock and remote hatch release features
will be disabled to enhance the security of the vehicle.
The power door lock function will work at all times
except during Lockout Prevention (if this feature is
enabled). See “Lockout Prevention’’
in the Index.
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Close-Out Panel
The close-out panel can be closed for hidden storage in
the rear area of your vehicle.
Removing the Clase-Out Panel
1. Close the panel. If the close-out panel is not closed
and resting OR the trim panel, it cannot be removed.
2. Pull the panel toward you to unsnap it. Then slide the
close-out panel along the groove in the trim panel.
Reverse
the steps to install the panel.
When carrying large or heavy items, it is a good idea to
open the panel and place the items in the rear area.
An. improperly stored close-out panel could be
thrown about the vehicle
during a collision or
sudden maneuver. You or others could be
injured.
If you remove the cover, always store it
outside your vehicle.
When you put it back,
always
be sure that it is secureIy reattached.
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Then push on the release handle to unlatch the panel.
Lift the outer edge of the panel and pllall~it toward you.
If the T-top panel is not stored properly, it could
be thrown
about the vehicle in a crash or sudden
mmeuvec People in the vehicle could be injured.
Whenever
you store panel m the vehicle, always
be sure that it is stored securely in the correct
storage slot with the T-top handle closed.
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Open the close-out panel completely. Place the panel in
the correct slot (DRIVER) or (PASSENGER) in the rear
area
of your vehicle. Make sure the handle is open and
facing you when you put
it in the storage slot.
Push the handle closed to secure the panel in the slot. To
lock each panel in the storage area, use your door key.
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