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1.Air Vents 0173.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0107.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0105.
3. Manual Shift Paddles. See Manual Mode
0 200.
4. Instrument Cluster 079.
5. Windshield Wiper/Washer 074.
6. Near Field Communication Antenna (NFC). See Bluetooth (Overview) 0147 or
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)
0 147.
7. Volume Control Knob and Infotainment Home Button. See Overview0111.
8. Infotainment. See Using the System
0 114.
9. Alarm System Indicator Light. See Vehicle
Alarm System 022.
Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0106.
10. Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0170.
Driver and Passenger Heated and
Ventilated Seat Controls (If Equipped).
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
0 44. 11.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0205.
Curb View Camera (If Equipped). See
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
0 221.
Front Lift System Control (If Equipped).
See Front Lift System 0213.
12. Driver Mode Control 0207.
13. Shift Switches. See Dual Clutch
Transmission 0197.
14. Keyless Ignition. See Ignition Positions
0 192.
15. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. SeeDriver Information Center (DIC) 092.
16. Heated Steering Wheel 074 (If
Equipped).
17. Bluetooth Controls. See Steering Wheel
Controls 0113.
Voice Recognition Controls. See Steering
Wheel Controls 0113.
18. Volume Control Buttons. See Steering
Wheel Controls 0113.
19. Horn 074.
20. Favorites Select Buttons. Steering Wheel
Controls 0113. 21. Z-Mode Control. See
Driver Mode Control
0 207.
22. Cruise Control 0218.
23. Electric Parking Brake 0204.
24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) 086.
25. Instrument Panel Illumination Control
0108.
26. Head-Up Display Controls (If Equipped). SeeHead-Up Display (HUD) 093.
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The mechanical key can be used to open the
vehicle and hatch/trunk if power to the
vehicle is lost. SeeHatch (Trunk)019.
Convertible Shown, Coupe Similar
Convertible Shown, Coupe Similar
Press the button on the side to remove the
mechanical key. Never pull the mechanical
key out without pressing the button.
This vehicle has a Keyless Access system
with pushbutton start. See Ignition Positions
0 192 for information on starting the
vehicle.
If it becomes difficult to turn the mechanical
key, inspect the mechanical key blade for
debris.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0316.
If there is a decrease in the remote key
operating range:
.Check the distance. The remote key may
be too far from the vehicle.
.Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.
.Check the remote key battery. See
“Battery Replacement” later in this
section.
.If the remote key is still not working
correctly, see your dealer or a qualified
technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle
entry when the remote key is within 1 m
(3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” later in
this section.
The remote key functions may work up to
60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
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Other conditions can affect the performance
of the remote key. SeeRemote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 07.
H:Press to lock both doors and the fuel
door. The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound on the second
press to indicate locking. See “Remote Lock,
Unlock, Start” underVehicle Personalization
0 97.
Pressing
Hmay also arm the
theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 022.
See Folding Mirrors 025.
I:Press to unlock the driver door and the
fuel door. Press again within five seconds to
unlock both doors. When remotely unlocking
the vehicle at night, the headlamps and
taillamps may come on for about
30 seconds to light your approach to the
vehicle depending on the settings. See
Vehicle Personalization 097. The turn signal
indicators may flash to indicate unlocking.
Pressing
Iwill disarm the theft-deterrent
system. See Vehicle Alarm System 022.
If equipped with remote window operation,
press
Iand hold for three seconds to
remotely open the windows, if enabled. See
Vehicle Personalization 097.
See Folding Mirrors 025.
S:Press twice to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the remote key.
See Remote Vehicle Start 012. The vehicle
can not be driven during a remote start. To
drive the vehicle, press the brake pedal, then
press ENGINE START/STOP, with the remote
key in the vehicle.
7: Press and release to initiate vehicle
locator. The exterior lamps flash and the
horn chirps three times. Press
7and hold
for approximately three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the
turn signal lamps flash for 30 seconds,
or until
7is pressed again or the vehicle is
started.
D: Press twice to release the hatch/
trunk. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
E: Press twice and continue holding
following the second press for
approximately one second to release the
hood. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
M: If equipped, press and releaseK,
then immediately press and hold
M
continuously to open the convertible top all
the way. The vehicle must be off to operate
the convertible top. Release the button to
stop movement. This button will only open
the convertible top.
If equipped, press and release
Qthen
immediately press and hold
Mto open
the engine compartment.
Convertible Top
.Do not try to start the vehicle while using
the remote key to open the convertible
top. Release both the remote key button
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and ENGINE START/STOP and wait a few
seconds before starting the vehicle
normally.
Keyless Access Operation
This Keyless Access system allows you to
unlock and unlatch the doors and hatch/
trunk without removing the remote key
from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The
remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the
trunk or door being opened. A touchpad is
located on the door handle.
The Keyless Access system can be
programmed to unlock both doors on the
first door handle touchpad press from the
driver door. Keyless Access can also be
turned Off. SeeVehicle Personalization 097.
If equipped with memory seats, remote keys
1 and 2 are linked to seating positions of
memory 1 or 2. See Memory Seats041.
Keyless Unlocking
Press the door handle touchpad to unlock
and open the doors if the remote key is
within 1 m (3 ft). See Door Locks014 and
“Passive Door Unlock” underVehicle
Personalization 097. Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior
Door Handles and Trunk
If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior
door handles and trunk can be disabled and
enabled.
Disabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold
Qand
Kon the remote key at the same time for
approximately three seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash four times quickly to
indicate access is disabled. Using any
exterior handle to unlock the doors or open
the hood or hatch/trunk will cause the turn
signal lamps to flash four times quickly,
indicating access is disabled. If disabled,
disarm the alarm system before starting the
vehicle. Disabling Keyless Unlocking may
also be configured under Vehicle
Personalization.
Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold
Qand
Kon the remote key at the same time for
approximately three seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate
access is enabled. Enabling Keyless
Unlocking may also be configured under
Vehicle Personalization. Passive Locking
Keyless Access will lock several seconds after
all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and
at least one remote key has been removed
or none remain in the vehicle.
The fuel door will also lock.
If other electronic devices interfere with the
remote key signal, the vehicle may not
detect the remote key inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the doors may
lock with the remote key inside the vehicle.
Do not leave the remote key in an
unattended vehicle.
If the vehicle is locked with a remote key
inside the vehicle, that remote key will be
disabled for starting the vehicle and other
keyless access operations. To re-enable that
remote key, press any button on that
remote key. The remote key will also be
re-enabled when the vehicle is started with
another known remote key, or when the
vehicle is unlocked.
To customize whether the doors
automatically lock when exiting the vehicle,
see
“Passive Door Lock” underVehicle
Personalization 097.
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S:This button on the remote key is for
remote start.
The climate control system will use the
previous settings during a remote start. The
rear window defogger may come on during
remote start based on cold ambient
conditions. The rear window defogger
indicator light does not come on during
remote start.
If equipped, the heated and ventilated front
seats may also come on when the vehicle
personalization setting is enabled. See
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 044.
If equipped with a remote start heated
steering wheel, it may come on during a
remote start. See Heated Steering Wheel
0 74.
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.
If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the
remote start feature. The vehicle may run
out of fuel.
The remote key range may be shorter while
the vehicle is running. Other conditions can affect the performance
of the remote key. See
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 07.
You have a total of 30 minutes of engine
running time. The maximum run time of a
single start is 15 minutes, and it will shut off
automatically. You could do three 10 minute
starts if you manually shut off after
10 minutes. The last 10 minute start would
shut off automatically as your total
30 minutes will have been used.
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
1. Press
Stwice on the remote key. The
turn signal lamps will flash. The lamps
flash to confirm the request to remote
start the vehicle has been received.
During the remote start, the doors will
be locked and the parking lamps will
remain on as long as the engine is
running.
2. The engine will shut off after 15 minutes or after the remainder of the 30 minute
total running time is used, unless you
stop the remote start before engine
running has completed or the ignition is
turned on.
3. Press the brake pedal and turn the ignition on to drive the vehicle. Total Engine Run Time
Remote start can be used for up to
30 minutes of total engine run time.
After two remote starts of 15 minutes,
or multiple shorter time starts totaling
30 minutes have been used, the vehicle's
ignition must be turned on and then off
before the remote start can be used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of the
following:.PressS. The parking lamps will turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the vehicle on and then back off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will
Not Work
The remote start will not operate if any of
the following occur:
.The ignition is in any mode other
than off.
.A remote key is in the vehicle.
.The hatch/trunk is not closed.
.The convertible top is not fully open or
closed.
.The tonneau cover is not closed.
.The hazard warning flashers are on.
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turn signals flash and the horn sounds for
about 30 seconds. The alarm system will
then re-arm to monitor for the next
unauthorized event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To disarm the alarm system or turn off the
alarm if it has been activated, do one of the
following:
.PressKon the remote key.
.Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless
Access system.
.Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
.Lock the vehicle after all occupants have
left the vehicle and both doors are closed.
.Always unlock a door with the remote
key or use the Keyless Access system.
Unlocking the driver door with the key will
not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
IfKis pressed on the remote key and the
horn chirps and the lights flash three times,
a previous alarm occurred while the system
was armed. If the alarm has been activated, a message
will appear on the DIC.
Inclination Sensor and Intrusion Sensor
In addition to the standard theft-deterrent
system features, this system may also have
an inclination sensor and intrusion sensor.
The inclination sensor can activate the alarm
if it senses movement of the vehicle, such
as a change in vehicle orientation.
The intrusion sensor monitors the vehicle
interior, and can activate the alarm if it
senses unauthorized entry into the vehicle’s
interior. Do not allow passengers or pets to
remain in the vehicle when the intrusion
sensor is activated.
Before arming the theft-deterrent system
and activating the intrusion sensor:
.Make sure both doors and windows are
completely closed.
.Secure any loose items such as
sunshades.
.Make sure there are no obstructions
blocking the sensors.
Intrusion and Inclination Sensors Disable
Switch
It is recommended that the intrusion and
inclination sensors be deactivated if pets are
left in the vehicle or if the vehicle is being
transported.
When the roof panel is off, or the
convertible top is down, the intrusion
system is turned off.
With the vehicle turned off, press
oon the
overhead console, next to OnStar. The
indicator light will display momentarily,
indicating that these sensors have been
disabled until the next time the alarm
system is armed.
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement 0316.
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.If the top has recently been opened and
closed repeatedly, it will be temporarily
disabled. A DIC message displays. Normal
operation will be restored within
10 minutes after the system has cooled.
.If the vehicle battery is low, the top
operation may be disabled. Try to start
the vehicle. A DIC message displays.
.If the battery has recently been
reconnected or if the vehicle has been
jump started, the top may not operate
until the power windows have been
programmed. Complete the power
window programming procedure. See
Power Windows029.
Other features may be affected while
operating the convertible top:
.If you start the vehicle while using the
remote key to open the convertible top,
the convertible top will halt the motion.
After starting the vehicle, use the
convertible top switch inside the vehicle
to continue the top motion.
.The windows cannot close while the top
is moving.
.When driving with the top not fully
secured, chimes can be heard above
50 km/h (31 mph).
.The Rear Camera Mirror will not work on the
convertible with the top down. Use
the tab to switch to standard mirror
display.
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected
and reconnected, if the fuses were pulled or
replaced, or if a jump start was performed, a
message indicating the top is not secure
may display. Press and release
Kand then
quickly press and hold
Mon the remote
key, or press and hold
Mon the driver
door switch to open the top, or pull and
hold
Mon the driver door switch to close
the top until this message clears.
Partial Top Cycling
If the convertible top operation is stopped
before completion, the top will temporarily
hold its position. Over time, the tonneau
may drift to a near closed position. Opening the Tonneau Cover
—Engine Access
{Warning
When opening or closing the tonneau
cover, people can be injured by the
moving parts of the tonneau cover.
Maintain visual contact with the tonneau
cover when it is in motion and keep
hands and objects away from the moving
parts.
To open the tonneau cover and access the
engine: 1. Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park).
2. Ensure the tonneau cover is clear of any objects.
3. The trunk and convertible top must be closed.
4. Keep visual contact with the vehicle. Press and release
Qon the remote key
and then quickly press and hold
M.
A chime will sound, a DIC message will
display, and the turn signals will
flash once.
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5. HoldMuntil the tonneau cover is
completely opened. The turn signals will
flash once.
In the event the tonneau cover is partially
open, the motion of the tonneau cover will
be in the opposite direction upon
reactivation. Closing the Tonneau Cover
—Engine Access
Function
1. Make sure the vehicle is off.
2. Remove all objects from the engine compartment.
3. The trunk and convertible top must be closed.
4. Keep visual contact with the vehicle. Press and release
Qon the remote key
and then quickly press and hold
M.
5. HoldMuntil the tonneau cover is
completely closed. A chime will sound, a
DIC message will display, and the turn
signals will flash once. Troubleshooting the Tonneau Cover
—Engine
Access
Check the following if the tonneau cover is
not operating properly:
.The remote key must be used.
.The ignition must be off.
.The convertible top must be fully closed.
.The remote key may need to be closer to
the vehicle.
.Press and releaseQand then quickly
press and hold
Magain.