2021 GMC SAVANA ignition

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6 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) SystemOperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cargo Door Relocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Doors
Side Door (60/40 Swing-Out) . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Swing-Out Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Enhanced Technology Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Keys and Locks
Keys
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous and children or
others could be seriously injured or killed.
They could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the vehicle
move. The windows will function with
the keys in the ignition, and children or
others could be caught in the path of a
closing window. Do not leave children in
a vehicle with the ignition key.

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{Warning
If the key is unintentionally rotated while
the vehicle is running, the ignition could
be moved out of the RUN position. This
could be caused by heavy items hanging
from the key ring, or by large or long
items attached to the key ring that could
be contacted by the driver or steering
wheel. If the ignition moves out of the
RUN position, the engine will shut off,
braking and steering power assist may be
impacted, and airbags may not deploy.
To reduce the risk of unintentional
rotation of the ignition key, do not
change the way the ignition key and
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
if equipped, are connected to the
provided key rings.
The ignition key and key rings, and RKE
transmitter, if equipped, are designed to
work together as a system to reduce the
risk of unintentionally moving the key out
of the RUN position. The ignition key has a
small hole to allow attachment of the
provided key ring. It is important that any replacement ignition keys have a small hole.
See your dealer if a replacement key is
required.
The combination and size of the rings that
came with your keys were specifically
selected for your vehicle. The rings are
connected to the key like two links of a
chain to reduce the risk of unintentionally
moving the key out of the RUN position. Do
not add any additional items to the ring
attached to the ignition key. Attach
additional items only to the second ring,
and limit added items to a few essential
keys or small, light items no larger than an
RKE transmitter.
Interference from radio-frequency
identification (RFID) tags may prevent the
key from starting the vehicle. Keep RFID
tags away from the key when starting the
vehicle.
The key is used for the ignition, and all
locks.
See your dealer if a replacement key or
additional key is needed.
If it becomes difficult to turn a key, inspect
the key blade for debris. Periodically clean
with a brush or pick.
If locked out of the vehicle, see
Roadside
Assistance Program 0265.

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With an active OnStar or connected service
plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. SeeOnStar Overview
0 273.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System
Do not make changes or modifications to
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). This could
void authorization to use this equipment.
See Radio Frequency Statement 0270.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating
range:
.Check the distance. The transmitter may
be too far from the vehicle.
.Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.
.Check the transmitter's battery. See
“Battery Replacement” later in this
section.
.If the transmitter is still not working
correctly, see your dealer or a qualified
technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
If equipped, the RKE transmitter functions
work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the
vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the performance
of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 08.
With Remote Start Shown, Without Similar
Q:Press once to lock all doors. If enabled
through the Driver Information Center (DIC),
the parking lamps flash once to indicate
locking has occurred. The horn may chirp when
Qis pressed
again within five seconds. See Vehicle
Personalization 086.
K:Press to unlock the driver door. IfKis
pressed again within five seconds, all
remaining doors unlock.
The interior lamps come on and stay on for
20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
If enabled through the DIC, the parking
lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has
occurred. See Vehicle Personalization 086.
j:Press to unlock only the cargo doors.
/:If equipped, pressQand then press
and hold
/for at least four seconds or
until the turn signal lamps flash to start the
engine from outside the vehicle using the
RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start
0 10. To turn on or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 086.
L:Press and release to initiate vehicle
locator. The turn signal lamps flash and the
horn sounds three times.
Press and hold
Lfor more than
two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The
turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds
repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm turns

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off when the ignition is turned on orLis
pressed again. The ignition must be off for
the panic alarm to work.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the
vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or
stolen, a replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer. When the
replacement transmitter is programmed to
the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must
also be programmed. Any lost or stolen
transmitters no longer work once the new
transmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can
have up to four transmitters programmed
to it.
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with the RKE
transmitter. The transmitter contains a
small battery, which can be a choking
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
Seek medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
{Warning
To avoid personal injury, do not touch
metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter
when it has been exposed to extreme
heat. These surfaces can be hot to the
touch at temperatures above 59 °C (138
°F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch
any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Static from your body could damage the
transmitter.
Caution
Always replace the battery with the
correct type. Replacing the battery with
an incorrect type could potentially create
a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of
used batteries according to instructions
and local laws. Do not attempt to burn,
crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid
exposing the battery to environments
with extremely low air pressures or high
temperatures. Replace the battery if the DIC displays
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY.
To replace the battery:
1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object, such as a flat head screwdriver.
.Carefully insert the tool into the
notch located along the parting line
of the transmitter. Do not insert the
tool too far. Stop as soon as
resistance is felt.
.Twist the tool until the transmitter is
separated.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.

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3. Insert the new battery, positive sidefacing down. Replace with a CR2032 or
equivalent battery.
4. Snap the transmitter back together.
Remote Vehicle Start
This vehicle may have a remote start
feature. This feature allows you to start the
engine from outside the vehicle. It may also
start the vehicle's heating or air conditioning
systems. See Climate Control Systems 0119.
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
when doing so. Check local regulations for
any requirements on remote starting of
vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if the
vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle may run
out of fuel.
The RKE transmitter range may be less while
the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect the performance
of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 08.
/:This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.
To start the engine using the remote start
feature:
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release
Qon the transmitter.
3. Immediately press and hold
/until the
turn signal lamps flash. If you cannot see
the lamps, press and hold
/for at least
four seconds.
When the engine starts, the parking
lamps will turn on and remain on while
the engine is running. The doors will be
locked.
The engine will continue to run for
10 minutes. After 30 seconds, repeat the
steps if a 10-minute extension is desired.
Remote start can be extended only once.
After entering the vehicle during a remote
start, turn the ignition on to drive the
vehicle.
A maximum of two remote starts or a start
with an extension are allowed between
ignition cycles. If the remote start procedure is used again
before the first 10-minute time frame has
ended, the first 10 minutes will immediately
expire and the second 10-minute time frame
will start.
After the engine has been remote started
two times, or a remote start with an
extension, the ignition must be turned on
and then off before the remote start
procedure can be used again.
To cancel a remote start do any of the
following:
.Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle
and press
/until the parking lamps
turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the ignition on and then off.
The remote vehicle start feature will not
operate if:
.The key is in the ignition.
.The hood is open.
.The hazard warning flashers are on.
.There is an emission control system
malfunction. See Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (Check Engine Light) 076.
.The engine coolant temperature is
too high.

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Delayed Locking
When locking the doors with the power lock
switch and a door open, the doors will lock
five seconds after the last door is closed. The
horn chirps to signal that the delayed
locking feature is in use.
Pressing
eorQon the RKE transmitter
will override the delayed locking feature and
immediately lock all the doors.
This feature will not operate if the key is in
the ignition.
This feature can be programmed using the
Driver Information Center (DIC). See “DELAY
DOOR LOCK” inVehicle Personalization 086.
Automatic Door Locks
The vehicle may have an automatic lock/
unlock feature. This feature can be
programmed using the Driver Information
Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization
0 86.
Lockout Protection
This feature protects you from locking the
key in the vehicle when the key is in the
ignition and a door is open. If the power lock switch is pressed when
either the driver, passenger, or rear door is
open, all the doors will lock and then the
driver door will unlock. This feature does not
include the side cargo door.
If the vehicle has an ambulance package,
this feature is disabled.
Safety Locks
Security locks are located on the front
portion of the 60/40 side swing-out door or
the side sliding door.
60/40 Swing-Out Side Door - Passenger Side.
For the 60/40 side swing-out door, move the
button to the left for the passenger side
door to engage the security feature. Move the button to the right for the
passenger side door to return the door locks
to normal operation.
Side Sliding Door
For the side sliding door, move the button
up to engage the security feature. Move the
button down to return the door locks to
normal operation.
Safety Locks
Security locks are located on the front
portion of the 60/40 side swing-out door or
the side sliding door.

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The system is automatically armed when
the key is removed from the ignition.
You do not have to manually arm or disarm
the system.
The security light will come on if there is a
problem with arming or disarming the
theft-deterrent system.
If the engine does not start and the security
light comes on, the key may have a
damaged transponder. 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 with the other key, the vehicle needs
service. If the vehicle does start, the first
key may be faulty. See your dealer or a
locksmith who can service the PASS-Key III+
to have a new key made.
It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ decoder to
learn the transponder value of a new or
replacement key. Up to eight keys may be
programmed for the vehicle. This procedure
is for learning additional keys only. If all the
currently programmed keys are lost or do
not operate, you must see your dealer or alocksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to
have keys made and programmed to the
system.
See your dealer or a locksmith who can
service PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank
that is cut exactly as the ignition key that
operates the system.
To program the new key:
1. Verify the new key has
1stamped
on it.
2. Insert the original, already programmed key into the ignition lock cylinder and
start the engine. If the engine will not
start, see your dealer for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn the ignition off and remove the key.
4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn the ignition on within 10 seconds of
removing the previous key.
The security light will turn off once the
key has been programmed. It may not
be apparent that the security light went
on due to how quickly the key is
programmed.
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 if additional keys are to be programmed. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key III+ key,
see your dealer or a locksmith who can
service PASS-Key III+ to have a new
key made.
Do not leave the key or device that disarms
or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in
the vehicle.Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
A convex mirror can make things, like
other vehicles, look farther away than
they really are. If you cut too sharply
into the next lane, you could hit a vehicle
that is driving next to you. Check the
inside mirror or glance over your
shoulder before changing lanes.
If equipped, the lower portion of the driver
and passenger side mirror is convex.
A convex mirror's surface is curved so more
can be seen from the driver seat. The
convex mirror can be adjusted manually to
the driver preferred position for better
vision.

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Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view
of the area behind the vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with
water.
Manual Rearview Mirror
Push the tab forward for daytime use and
pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid
glare of the headlamps from behind.
Backup Video Manual Mirror
If equipped, this manual dimming mirror
provides a camera view of the area behind
the vehicle. The video display feature comes
on when the vehicle is shifted in R (Reverse),
and turns off when the vehicle is shifted out
of R (Reverse).
Troubleshooting
If the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and a blue
screen is displayed in the mirror and then
the display shuts off, see your dealer for
service.
SeeRear Vision Camera (RVC) 0152.
Windows
{
Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the extreme
heat and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.
Manual Windows
Operate the manual windows by turning the
hand crank on each door to raise or lower
the side door windows.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured or
killed if caught in the path of a closing
window. Never leave keys in a vehicle
with children. See Keys06.
If equipped, power windows work when the
ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0138.
Using the window switch, press to open or
pull to close the window.