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GETTING STARTED
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)
The RKE transmitter performs several remote functions and must be inside\
the vehicle to
operate the Volt.
Keyless Access
With the RKE transmitter within 3 ft. (1 m) of the door, press the button on the door handle to unlock the door. Press it again within 5 seconds to unlock all doors.
Key Release
Press the button on the side of the transmitter to remove the key, which can be used to unlock the driver’s door.
Unlock
Press to unlock the driver’s door. Press again to unlock all doors.
Press and hold to lower all windows from outside the vehicle.
To turn the window feature on/off, select Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start > Remote Window Operation.
Lock
Press to lock all doors.
Remote Start
Press the Lock button and then press and hold the button until the turn signal lamps flash to start the vehicle and condition the passenger cabin temperature from outside. The heat-ing or air conditioning system and rear window defogger (if needed) will turn on. Depending on conditions and vehicle personalization settings, the engine may start.
After entering the vehicle, press the brake pedal and then press the POWER button before driving.
Note:
• Press and hold the Remote Start button until the parking lamps turn off to cancel a remote start.
• Only two remote starts are allowed between ignition cycles.
• It’s RECOMMENDED to use this feature when the vehicle is plugged in to allow energy from the wall outlet to assist in getting the cabin to a comfortable temperature and to leave more battery energy for driving.
Panic Alarm
Press and release to locate the vehicle.
Press and hold for 3 seconds to sound the panic alarm.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
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CHARGING
START CHARGING
The provided 120 volt portable charge cord is located in the driver-side storage com-partment in the cargo area.
1. With the vehicle parked, turn off the vehicle and select the Charging screen button at the bottom of the Energy Summary screen.
2. Review the selected Charge Mode and Charge Limit. Select the Limit screen button if an increased charging limit is desired. Use the reduced charge limit until a qualified electrician inspects your home’s electrical circuit capacity, or if the electrical circuit or outlet capacity is not known.
Note: The charge limit selection returns to the reduced limit each time the vehicle is driven.
3. Plug the charge cord into an electrical outlet. DO NOT PLUG INTO AN EXTENSION CORD. Charge cord indicators should be green. Where possible, secure the charge cord to the wall.
4. Press and release the rear edge of the charge port door, located just in front of the driver’s door, to open it. Plug the charge cord into the charge port.
5. The Charge Status indicator on top of the instrument panel will illuminate green and a tone will sound when proper\
ly connected.
6. Periodically check the electrical outlet/plug while charging. Discontinu\
e use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot and have the electrical outlet serviced by\
a qualified electrician.
If the vehicle is locked with the RKE transmitter, the charge cord theft\
alert is armed
automatically after 30 seconds.
Note: When the theft alert is armed, the alarm will sound when the plug is disconnected from the vehicle. To change charge cord theft alert options, go to Settings > Vehicle > Energy.
To temporarily override a delayed charge event, remove and reconnect the\
charge cord to the vehicle within 5 seconds. It will begin charging immediately\
.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.