1997 GMC JIMMY key

Operation
When you press UNLOCK. the driver's door and
endgate will unlock automatically.
If you press
UNLOCK
again within five seconds. all doors will
unlock. Press LOCK to lock all the doors.
Press the
REAR button twice within 3 1/2 seconds to
unlock and unlatch the rear glass. If your vehicle has
an automatic transmission. the transmission must be
in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If your vehicle has
a manual transmission, you must engage the
parking brake.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen. a replacenm~t can be
purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any
remaining transmitters with you when you go to yo~~r
dealer. When the doaler matches the replacement
transmitter to your
c.ehicle, any renlaining transmitters
Inust
also be matched. Once yo~~r dealer has coded the
new translnitter. the
lost transmitter will not unlock your
vehicle. Each vehicle can have
only two transmitters
matched
to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal LIS~. the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about
two years.
You can
tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't
work at the normal range
in any location. If you have to
it's probably time to change the battery.
5 net close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
1 NOTICE:
When replacing the battery, use care not to touch
any
of the circuitry. Static from your body
transferred to these surfaces may damage
the transmitter.
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To replace the battery in the Keyless Entry transmitter: Resynchronization
1. Insert a dime in the slot between the covers of the
transmitter housing near the key ring hole. Remove
the bottom by twisting the dime.
CR2032
or equivalent battery, positive (+)
side down.
2.
Remove and replace the battery with
a three volt
3. Align the covers and snap them together.
4. Check the operation of the transmitter. Resynchronization may
be necessary due to the security
method used
by this 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 from the transmitter.
To resynchronize your transmitter, stand close to your
vehicle and simultaneously press
and hold the LOCK
and
UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter for at least
five seconds. The door locks should cycle to confirm
synchronization. If the locks
do not cycle,
see your dealer
for service.
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Endgate Release
To open a mechanical lock system from the outside,
insert the key
into the lock and turn it counterclockwise
to unlock the glass.
The endgate and glass will automatically lock when shut.
To open a power lock system from the outside, insert the
key into the lock button and
turn counterclockwise. All
doors will unlock.
You may also use the keyless entry system, or the power
door locks, if you’re vehicle is
so equipped.
When doors are unlocked,
press the button to open
the glass. 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.
To lock a power lock system from the outside, insert
the key into the lock button and
turn clockwise. All
doors will lock.
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Remote Rear Glass Release
This button on the driver's
side
of the steering column
allows you to r~lease the
rear glass from inside
the vehicle
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, your shift
lever must be
in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the
release
to work.
Liftgate Release
Inscrl thc key in the lock button and turn
counterclockwise.
All doors will unlock. You may also use
the power lock switches
or the keyless entry system. if'
your vehicle is so equipped. Use the handle to open the
liftgate. Press the button
to open the glass Lvhen the liftgate
is closed. The
glass won't release if the vehicle is in getu.
Emergency Release for Opening
Endgatekiftgate
I. Peel back or slit the carpet locally to expose the
access hole
in the trim panel.
2. Use a thin screwdriver
to reach through the
access holes
in both the
trim panel and the
hardware cover.
Pry the release lever
toward the passenger's
side
until the glass latch
pops ope 11.
3. Reattach the carpet securely.
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Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although
your vehicle has a number of theft-deter-rent
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 Ignition
If you leave 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,
i1.s best to lock it up and take your keys.
But what if ~OLI have to leave your ignition key? What if
you have to leave something \duable in your vehicle?
0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your
2 Olove box.
0 Lock all thc doors except the driver’s.
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New Vehicle “Break-In”
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:
0 Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or
less for the first
500 miles (805 km).
0 Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or
slow
-- for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Don’t make full-throttle starts.
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.
See “Towing
a Trailer” in the Index for
more information.
0 Avoid making hard stops for the first
Don’t tow a trailer during break-in.
Ignition Positions
Use the key to turn the ignition switch to five different
positions.
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ACCESSORY (A): ACCESSORY lets you use things
like the radio and the windshield wipers when the
engine
is off. 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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NOTICE:
Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY
position for long periods of time. Prolonged
operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY
position could drain your battery and prevent
you from starting your vehicle.
LOCK
(B): 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 (C): 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 towed).
RUN (D): This is the position for driving.
START (E): This starts your engine.
On manual transmission vehicles, turning the key
to
LOCK will lock the steering column and result
in a loss
of ability to steer the vehicle. This could
cause a collision.
If you need to turn the engine
off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only
to
OFF. Don’t press the key release button while
the vehicle is moving.
I NOTICE: I
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;
if
so, is it 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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Key Release Button
The key cannot be removed
from the ignition of 111anual
transmission vehicles
l~nless the
key release
button
is used.
To re~~xwe the key on manual transmission vehicles.
t111-n the key to the OFF position. Then turn the key to
the LOCK position while pressing the key release button
down
at the same tinle. Pull the key straight out.
On automatic transmission \:chicles, turn the key
to
LOCK and pdl it straight out.
Starting Your Engine
Automatic Transmission
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won't start in any otl~er position -- that's a
safety feature. To restart when you're 1111-cl:;~ciy moving,
use NEUTRAL
(N) only.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if' your vehicle
is moving.
If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when
your vehicle is stopped.
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