Keys and Locks
Keys
The key, inside the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, can be used for all locks.
To remove the key, press the button on the side of the RKE transmitter near the bottom, and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program 0 328.
With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle.
See OnStar Overview 0 338.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 334.
If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range:
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” later in this section.
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away outside the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 8.
With Remote Start Shown
Q : Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
If the driver door is open when Q is pressed and Open Door
Anti-Lockout is enabled, all doors will lock and then the driver door will immediately unlock. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125. If the
passenger door is open when Q is
pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 24.
K : Press to unlock the driver door.
Press unlock again within
five seconds to unlock all doors. The RKE transmitter can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first button press. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
Pressing K will disarm the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 24.
If equipped, press and hold K on the RKE transmitter to open the windows remotely, if enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
/ : If equipped, press and release Q and then immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to
start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 16.
X : Press twice quickly to release the trunk.
M : If equipped, press and release K, 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 with the RKE transmitter. The top will stop movement approximately
one second after M is released. To stop the top immediately, press
7, K, or Q on the RKE transmitter.
M will only open the
convertible top.
The convertible top can also be opened using a button in the overhead console. See Convertible Top 0 35.
7 : Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times.
Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds, or until 7 is pressed again or the ignition is turned on.
Release M on the RKE
transmitter and ENGINE START/ STOP. Wait a few seconds before starting the vehicle normally.
The convertible top can also be opened using a button in the overhead console. See Convertible Top 0 35.
The Keyless Access system lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk or door being opened. There will be buttons on the outside door handles.
Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock press from the driver door. Keyless Access can also be turned Off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
If equipped with memory seats, RKE transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to the seating positions of memory 1 or
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within five seconds, the passenger door will unlock. Pull the door handle to unlatch the door.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:
five seconds since the first lock/ unlock button press.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Door
When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the passenger door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on the passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:
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 Q and K on the RKE transmitter 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 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.
Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and K on the RKE transmitter at the same time for approximately
three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate access is enabled.
Passive Locking
With Keyless Access the vehicle will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one transmitter has been removed or none remain in the vehicle.
If other electronic devices interfere with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in an unattended vehicle.
To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start” under Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
Temporarily disable passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until
three chimes are heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled until Q on the interior door is pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn will chirp three times after all doors are closed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open, and then all doors are closed, the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is not detected, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display NO REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp three times.
This occurs only once each time the vehicle is driven.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
Keyless Trunk Opening
When the doors are locked, press the touch pad to open the trunk if the RKE transmitter is within
1 m (3 ft).
Key Access
To access a vehicle with a weak transmitter battery, see Door Locks 0 18.
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. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work. Any remaining transmitters will need to be reprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters matched to it.
Programming with Recognized Transmitters
A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there are two recognized transmitters. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be
with you.
transmitter in the rear cupholder in the center console.
To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.
Programming without Recognized Transmitters
If two currently recognized transmitters are not available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not available in Canada. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters to be programmed must be with you.
The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
The DIC display will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE # 1.
To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.
If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE.
To start the vehicle:
Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message displays in the DIC.
The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery:
Separate the two halves of the transmitter using a flat tool inserted into the area near the key slot.If equipped, this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle.
/ : This button will be on the RKE transmitter if equipped with remote start.
The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start. The rear window defogger and heated and ventilated seats, if equipped, may also come on. See "Remote Start Heated and
Ventilated Seats" in Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 48 and "Remote Start Auto Heat Seats" or "Remote Start Auto Cool Seats" in Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
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.
Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 8.
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
To start the engine using the remote start feature:
confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received.
When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The vehicle's doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run for 15 minutes. After
30 seconds, repeat the steps for a 15-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.
Start the vehicle before driving.
If the vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the remote start feature. The vehicle may run out of fuel.
Extending Engine Run Time
The engine run time can also be extended by another 15 minutes, if during the first 15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while the engine is still running. An
extension can be requested, 30 seconds after starting. This provides a total of 30 minutes.
The remote start can only be extended once.
When the remote start is extended, the second 15-minute period is added on to the first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a remote start with an extension,
are allowed between ignition cycles.
The ignition must be turned on and then off before the remote start procedure can be used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work
The remote start will not operate if:
been used.
To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle:
To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle:
Keyless Access
The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk or door being opened. Press the button on the door handle to open. See “Keyless Access Operation” in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8.
To access the driver door key lock cylinder:
To replace the cap:
Free-Turning Locks
The door key lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again. If this does not reset the lock, turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure.
Q : Press to lock the doors. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated.
K : Press to unlock the doors.
This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed.
Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Open Door
Anti-Lockout feature has been turned off.
When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is
open, a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active.
The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before that time, the five-second timer will reset when all doors are closed again.
Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on the RKE transmitter to lock the doors
immediately.
This feature can also be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
When the doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park) for automatic transmissions, or the vehicle speed is above 13 km/h (8 mph) for manual transmissions, the doors will lock.
To unlock the doors:
Automatic door locking cannot be disabled. Automatic door unlocking can be enabled through vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
If the vehicle is on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver door open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock.
If the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open, when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced, the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times.
Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch.
Open Door Anti-Lockout
If Open Door Anti-Lockout has been turned on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and the driver door will remain unlocked. The Open Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 125.
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