2007 BUICK LACROSSE lock

Keys.............................................................. 87
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.......... 89
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation................................................. 90
Doors and Locks.......................................... 96
Door Locks................................................. 96
Power Door Locks....................................... 97
Delayed Locking.......................................... 97
Automatic Door Lock................................... 98
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock........ 98
Rear Door Security Locks........................... 98
Lockout Protection....................................... 99
Trunk........................................................ 100
Windows...................................................... 102
Power Windows........................................ 103
Sun Visors................................................ 104
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 104
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 104
PASS-Key
®III ........................................... 106
PASS-Key®III Operation........................... 107Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 109
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 109
Ignition Positions....................................... 109
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 110
Starting the Engine.................................... 111
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 112
Automatic Transaxle Operation.................. 114
Parking Brake........................................... 117
Shifting Into Park (P) ................................. 118
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 120
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 121
Engine Exhaust......................................... 122
Running the Engine While Parked............. 123
Mirrors......................................................... 124
Manual Rearview Mirror............................. 124
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®....... 124
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror.......... 124
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®.......................................... 125
Outside Power Mirrors............................... 125
Outside Power Heated Mirrors................... 126
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 126
Section 2 Features and Controls
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One key is used for the
ignition and all locks.
When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has a
bar-coded key tag. This tag may be removed
by your dealer before it is delivered.
The vehicle has the PASS-Key
®III vehicle theft
system. The key has a transponder in the
key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’sinstrument panel. The key will have PK3 stamped
on it. If a replacement key or an additional key
is needed, it must be purchased from your dealer
or certied locksmith.
Any new PASS-Key
®III key must be programmed
before it will start the vehicle. SeePASS-Key®
III on page 106for more information on
programming a new key.
In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 484
for more information.
Notice:If you ever lock your keys in your
vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle
to get in. Be sure you have spare keys.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System
Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system
operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.Changes or modications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
At times you may notice a decrease in operating
range. This is normal for any RKE system. If
the transmitter does not work or if you have to
stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to
work, try this:
Check the distance. You may be too far from
your vehicle. You may need to stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects
may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps
to the left or right, hold the transmitter
higher, and try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See “Battery Replacement”
underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation on page 90.
If you are still having trouble, see your dealer
or a qualied technician for service.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked,
and the trunk can be opened from about 3 feet
(1 m) up to 60 feet (18 m) away with the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. If your vehicle
has the remote start feature, you can also start the
vehicle’s engine with the RKE transmitter.The following functions may be available with your
vehicle’s RKE system:/(Remote Vehicle Start):If your vehicle has
this feature, the engine may be started from
outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter.
See “Remote Vehicle Start” at the end of
this section for more detailed information.
Q(Lock):Press the lock button to lock all the
doors. If enabled through the Driver Information
Center (DIC), the parking lamps may ash once to
indicate locking has occurred, or the horn may
chirp when the lock button is pressed again within
ve seconds from the previous press of the
lock button. See “FOB LOCK FEEDBACK” under
DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 229for
additional information. If the vehicle has the
content theft-deterrent system, pressing the lock
button may also arm it. SeeContent
Theft-Deterrent on page 104.
RKE with Remote StartRKE without Remote
Start
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"(Unlock):Press the unlock button to unlock the
driver’s door. If the button is pressed again
within ve seconds, all remaining doors will unlock.
The interior lamps will come on and stay on for
20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps can
be programmed to come on for a set amount of
time when the vehicle is unlocked using the
RKE transmitter. See “EXT (Exterior) LIGHT
DELAY” underDIC Vehicle Personalization on
page 229. If the vehicle has the content
theft-deterrent system, pressing the unlock button
on the RKE transmitter may disarm it. See
Content Theft-Deterrent on page 104.
V(Remote Trunk Release):Press and hold
this button for about one second to release
the trunk lid. The transaxle must be in PARK (P)
for this feature to operate.
L(Panic Alarm):Press this button to activate the
alarm. The ignition must be in OFF or
ACCESSORY for the alarm to work. When the
alarm button is pressed, the headlamps will ash
and the horn will sound repeatedly for two minutes.
The alarm will turn off when the ignition is moved to
RUN or the alarm button is pressed again.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle
Each RKE 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 GM dealer. Remember
to bring any additional transmitters so they
can also be re-coded to match the new transmitter.
Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter,
the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle.
The vehicle can have a maximum of four
transmitters matched to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in the RKE
transmitter should last about four years.
The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work
at the normal range in any location. If you have
to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter
works, it is probably time to change the battery.
The KEY FOB BATT LOW message in the
vehicle’s DIC will display if the RKE transmitter
battery is low.
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/(Remote Start):If your vehicle has the remote
start feature, the RKE transmitter will have a
button with this symbol on it.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature,
do the following:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock
button, then immediately press and hold
the transmitter’s remote start button for four
seconds or until the turn signal lamps
ash. The vehicle’s doors will lock.
3. When the vehicle’s engine starts, the parking
lamps will turn on and remain on while the
engine is running.
The engine will shut off automatically after
10 minutes, unless a time extension has been
done or the vehicle’s key is inserted into
the ignition switch and turned to RUN.
If you enter the vehicle after a remote start,
and the engine is still running, insert the
key into the ignition switch and turn it to RUN
to drive the vehicle.4. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of
the following. The parking lamps will turn off:
Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle
and press the remote start button.
Turn on the hazard warning ashers.
Turn the ignition switch to RUN and
then to OFF.
Your vehicle’s engine may be started two times
using the transmitter’s remote start feature. If only
one remote start procedure has been done,
since last driving the vehicle, or resetting the
remote start system, the engine may be started
again remotely following the remote start
procedure a second time
If the remote start procedure is used again before
the rst 10 minute time frame has ended, the
rst 10 minutes will immediately expire and
the second 10 minute time frame will start.
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The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if
any of the follow occur:
The remote start system is disabled through
the DIC.
The vehicle’s key is in the ignition.
A door on the vehicle is open.
The vehicle’s hood is open.
The hazard warning ashers are on.
The check engine light is on. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 190.
The engine coolant temperature is too high.
The oil pressure is low.
Two remote vehicle starts have already been
provided for that ignition cycle.
If a remote start is attempted and is unsuccessful,
the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display
REMOTE START DISABLED.Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature
are shipped from the factory with the remote
vehicle start system enabled. The system may be
enabled or disabled through the DIC. See
“REMOTE START” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 229for additional
information. If your vehicle does not have the DIC
feature, and remote vehicle start was installed
at the dealership, you will need to have the
dealership enable or disable the system.
Remote Start Ready
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle
start feature, it may have the remote start
ready feature. This feature gives you the ability to
lock or unlock your vehicle from about 492 feet
(150 m) away and allows your dealer to add
the manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature.
See your dealer if you would like to add the
manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature to
your vehicle.
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Doors and Locks
Door Locks
{CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers, especially children, can
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. When a door is
locked, the handle will not open it.
You increase the chance of being
thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if
the doors are not locked. So, wear
safety belts properly and lock the
doors whenever you drive.
Young children who get into unlocked
vehicles may be unable to get out.
A child can be overcome by extreme
heat and can suffer permanent injuries
or even death from heat stroke.
Always lock your vehicle whenever
you leave it.
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Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down
or stop your vehicle. Locking your
doors can help prevent this from
happening.
There are several ways to lock and unlock the
vehicle.
From the outside, turn the key in the driver’s door
lock cylinder briey counterclockwise to unlock
the driver’s door. Turn and hold it to unlock all the
doors. You can also use the remote keyless
entry transmitter. From the inside use the manual
or power door locks.
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