Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
SeeRadio Frequency Statement
(US, Can) on page 12-15for
information regarding Part 15 of
the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and
RSS-210/211 of Industry and
Science Canada.
Changes or modifications to this
system by other than an authorized
service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
If there is a decrease in the RKE
operating range, try this:
•Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle. 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 the transmitter’s battery.
See “Battery Replacement”
later in this section.
•If the transmitter is still not
working correctly, see your
dealer/retailer or a qualified
technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
If available, the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter will work
up to 65 feet (20 m) away from
the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter.
SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System on page 1-3.The following may be available:
Q(Lock):Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may
flash and/or the horn may sound to
indicate locking, see “Remote
Feedback” underVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38.
If the passenger door is open
when
Qis pressed, all doors lock. RKE without Remote Start Shown
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If the driver door is open whenQis
pressed, all doors lock except
the driver door, if enabled through
the vehicle personalization.
Pressing
Qmay also arm the
theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-Theft Alarm System on
page 1-10.
K(Unlock):Press to unlock
the driver door or all doors, see
“Remote Unlock” underVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38.
The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound to
indicate unlocking, see “Remote
Feedback” underVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38.
Pressing
Kwill disarm the
theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-Theft Alarm System on
page 1-10.
V(Remote Trunk Release):
Press and hold to unlock the trunk.
7(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):
Press and release one time to locate
the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash
and the horn chirps.
Press and hold
7for at least
two seconds to sound the panic
alarm. The horn sounds and the turn
signals flash until
7is pressed again
or the key is placed in the ignition
and turned to ON/RUN.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):For
vehicles with this feature, press
Q
and then/to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the RKE
transmitter. SeeRemote Vehicle
Start on page 1-5for additional
information.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed
to this vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased
and programmed through your
dealer/retailer. When the
replacement transmitter is
programmed to this vehicle, all
remaining transmitters must also be
reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen
transmitters will no longer work once
the new transmitter is programmed.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the Replace
Battery in Remote Key message
displays in the DIC. See “Replace
Battery in Remote Key” under
Key and Lock Messages on
page 4-33.
The battery is not rechargeable.
See your dealer/retailer to replace
the battery.
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Remote Vehicle Start
Your vehicle may have this feature
which allows you to start the
engine from outside the vehicle.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):This
button will be on the RKE transmitter
if you have remote start.
To enable and disable remote start,
see “Remote Start” underVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38.
During a remote start the climate
control system will turn on with
the fan speed, air delivery mode,
and temperature settings that
the system was set when the vehicle
was last turned off. If the fan is
set to O (off), the climate control
system will not turn on.Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
may require a person using remote
start to have the vehicle in view.
Check local regulations for any
requirements.
There are other conditions which
can affect the performance of
the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 1-3
for additional information.
Starting the Engine Using
Remote Start
To start the engine using the remote
start feature:
1. Press
Qon the RKE transmitter.
2. Press and hold
/for about
two seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash to confirm
the vehicle has been started.
The parking lamps will turn on
and remain on as long as the
engine is running. The vehicle’s
doors will be locked.3. The key must be inserted and
turned to ON/RUN before
driving.
The engine will shut off after
10 minutes unless a time
extension is done or the key is
inserted and turned to ON/RUN.
Extending Engine Run Time
For a 10 minute extension, repeat
Steps 1 and 2 while the engine
is still running. The remote start can
only be extended once.
When the remote start is extended,
the second 10 minutes will start
immediately.
For example, if the vehicle has been
running for five minutes, and
10 minutes are added, the engine
will run for a total of 15 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts or
remote start attempts are allowed
between ignition cycles.
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How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
If the horn sounds and the turn
signal lamps flash three times
when
Kis pressed, an attempted
break-in has occurred while the
system was armed. The vehicle may
also display a message on the
DIC. SeeAnti-Theft Alarm System
Messages on page 4-35for
more information.
Immobilizer
SeeRadio Frequency Statement
(US, Can) on page 12-15for
information regarding Part 15
of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and
RSS-210/211 of Industry and
Science Canada.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the key is
removed from the ignition.
The system is automatically
disarmed when the vehicle is started
with the correct key. The key uses
a transponder that matches an
immobilizer control unit in the
vehicle and automatically disarms
the system. Only the correct key
starts the vehicle. The vehicle may
not start if the key is damaged.
The immobilizer light, located in the
instrument panel cluster, comes
on if there is a problem with arming
or disarming the theft-deterrent
system. SeeImmobilizer Light on
page 4-26.When trying to start the vehicle, the
immobilizer light comes on briefly
when the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
immobilizer light stays on there
is a problem with the system.
Turn the ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and
the key appears to be undamaged,
try another ignition key.
If the engine still does not start and
the light continues to stay on try
another key.
If the engine still does not start with
the other key, the vehicle needs
service. If the vehicle does start,
the first key may be damaged.
See your dealer/retailer who can
service the theft-deterrent system
and have a new key made.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the theft
deterrent system in the vehicle.
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A.Air Vents on page 7-3.
B. Driver Shift Controls
(If Equipped). SeeAutomatic
Transmission on page 8-26.
C.Instrument Cluster on page 4-10.
D.Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 4-7.
E.AM-FM Radio on page 6-8.
F.Turn and Lane-Change Signals
on page 5-4.Headlamp
High/Low-Beam Changer on
page 5-2.Flash-to-Pass
on page 5-3.Driver Information
Center (DIC) on page 4-27
(If Equipped).G.Cruise Control on page 8-38.
H.Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 5-1.Front Fog Lamps
on page 5-5(If Equipped).
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control on page 5-5.
I.Steering Wheel Adjustment on
page 4-6.
J.Horn on page 4-7.
K.Steering Wheel Controls on
page 4-6.
L.Climate Control Systems on
page 7-1.M.Transmission Temperature
Gage on page 4-14.Voltmeter
Gage on page 4-15.Engine
Oil Temperature Gage on
page 4-13.Engine Oil Pressure
Gage on page 4-12.
N. Shift Lever. SeeShifting Into
Park on page 8-21.
O.Power Outlets on page 4-9.
P.Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 5-4.Power Door Locks
on page 1-7.
Q.Glove Box on page 3-1.
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Information Displays
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The vehicle may have a Driver
Information Center (DIC). The DIC
displays information about your
vehicle. It also displays warning
messages if a system problem is
detected. SeeVehicle Messages on
page 4-37for more information.
All messages appear in the
DIC display located in the center
of the instrument panel cluster.
The vehicle may also have features
that can be customized through the
controls on the radio. SeeVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38
for more information.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displays
which can be accessed by using
the DIC buttons located on the
turn signal lever located on the
left side of the steering wheel.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, vehicle
system information, and warning
messages if a system problem
is detected.
The bottom of the DIC display shows
what position the shift lever is in
(Automatic Transmission Only),
the odometer, and the direction the
vehicle is driving.DIC Buttons
MENU:Press this button to get to
the Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle
Information Menu.
wx(Thumbwheel):Use the
thumbwheel to scroll through the
items in each menu.
SET (Set/Clear):Use this button to
set or clear the menu item when
it is displayed.
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Trip/Fuel Menu Items
Press the MENU button on the
turn signal lever until Trip/Fuel
Information Menu is displayed.
Use the thumbwheel to scroll
through the following menu items:
•Digital Speedometer
•Trip 1
•Trip 2
•Fuel Range
•Average Fuel Economy
•Average Vehicle Speed
•OnStar Turn by Turn
•Blank
Digital Speedometer
The speedometer shows how fast
the vehicle is moving in either miles
per hour (mph) or kilometers per
hour (km/h). The speedometer
cannot be reset.Trip 1 and Trip 2
The Trip display shows the current
distance traveled, in either miles (mi)
or kilometers (km), since the last
reset for the trip odometer. The trip
odometer can be reset to zero by
pressing the trip reset stem or the
SET button while the trip odometer
display is showing.
Fuel Range
The Fuel Range display shows the
approximate distance the vehicle
can be driven without refueling.
The fuel range estimate is based on
an average of the vehicle’s fuel
economy over recent driving history
and the amount of fuel remaining
in the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot
be reset.Average Fuel Economy
The Average Fuel Economy display
shows the approximate average
miles per gallon (mpg) or liters
per 100 kilometers (L/100 km).
This number is calculated based on
the number of mpg (L/100 km)
recorded since the last time this
menu item was reset. The fuel
economy can be reset by pressing
the SET button while the Average
Fuel Economy display is showing.
Average Vehicle Speed
The Average Vehicle Speed display
shows the average speed of the
vehicle in miles per hour (mph)
or kilometers per hour (km/h).
This average is calculated based on
the various vehicle speeds recorded
since the last reset of this value.
The average speed can be reset by
pressing the SET button while the
Average Vehicle Speed display is
showing.
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OnStar Turn by Turn
This display is used for the OnStar
Turn by Turn guidance. SeeOnStar
®
System on page 4-42for more
information.
Blank Display
This display shows no information.
Vehicle Information
Menu Items
Press the MENU button on the
turn signal lever until Vehicle
Information Menu is displayed.
Use the thumbwheel to scroll
through the following menu items:
•Unit
•Tire Pressure
•Remaining Oil Life
•Coolant Temp
•Battery Voltage
•Speed WarningUnit
Move the thumbwheel up or down to
switch between US or Metric when
the Unit display is active. Press SET
to confirm the setting. This will
change the displays on the cluster
and DIC to either English (US) or
metric measurements.
Tire Pressure
The display will show a vehicle with
the approximate pressures of all
four tires. Tire pressure is displayed
in either pounds per square
inch (psi) or in kilopascal (kPa).
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System
on page 9-56andTire Pressure
Monitor Operation on page 9-57
for more information.
Remaining Oil Life
This display shows an estimate
of the oil’s remaining useful life.
If Remaining Oil Life 99% is
displayed, that means 99% of
the current oil life remains.When the remaining oil life is low,
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message will appear on the
display. SeeEngine Oil Messages
on page 4-32. The oil should
changed as soon as possible.
SeeEngine Oil on page 9-10.
In addition to the engine oil life
system monitoring the oil life,
additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance
Schedule in this manual.
SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 10-2for more information.
Remember, the Oil Life display
must be reset after each oil change.
It will not reset itself. Also, be
careful not to reset the Oil Life
display accidentally at any time
other than when the oil has
just been changed. It cannot be
reset accurately until the next
oil change. To reset the engine oil
life system press the SET button
while the Oil Life display is active.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on
page 9-13.
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