remote start PONTIAC G8 2009 Owners Manual

Passenger Sensing
System
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system for the right front
passenger position. The passenger
airbag status indicator will be
visible in the rearview mirror when
the vehicle is started.The words ON and OFF, or the
symbol for on and off, will be visible
during the system check. If you
are using remote start to start the
vehicle from a distance, if equipped,
you may not see the system
check. When the system check is
complete, either the word ON
or OFF, or the symbol for on or off,
will be visible. SeePassenger
Airbag Status Indicator on
page 4-14.
The passenger sensing system will
turn off the right front passenger
frontal airbag under certain
conditions. The driver airbags are
not affected by the passenger
sensing system.The passenger sensing system
works with sensors that are part of
the right front passenger seat. The
sensors are designed to detect the
presence of a properly-seated
occupant and determine if the right
front passenger frontal airbag should
be enabled (may inate) or not.
Accident statistics show that children
are safer if they are restrained in
the rear rather than the front seat.
We recommend that children
be secured in a rear seat, including:
an infant or a child riding in a
rear-facing child restraint; a child
riding in a forward-facing child seat;
an older child riding in a booster
seat; and children, who are
large enough, using safety belts. United States
Canada
Seats and Restraints 1-27

Keys, Doors and
Windows
Keys
Keys...................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System...................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
Operation
..........................2-4
Remote Vehicle Start..........2-6
Doors and Locks
Door Locks.........................2-8
Power Door Locks..............2-9
Rear Door Security
Locks................................2-9
Trunk................................2-10
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems. . . .2-11
Immobilizer.......................2-11
Immobilizer Operation.......2-12
Content Theft-Deterrent.....2-13
Windows
Windows...........................2-14
Power Windows................2-15
Sun Visors........................2-15
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror. . . .2-16
Compass..........................2-16
Outside Power Mirror(s). . . .2-17
Outside Convex Mirror......2-18
Sunroof
Sunroof.............................2-18
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1

Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter functions will work
up to 195 feet (60 m) away from
the vehicle.
There are other conditions which
can affect the performance of
the transmitter. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3.The following functions may be
available if the vehicle has the
RKE system.Q(Lock):Press to lock all doors.
If enabled through the Driver
Information Center (DIC), the turn
signal indicators ash or the
horn sounds to indicate locking has
occurred. For more information
see “Flash Remote Lock” and “Beep
Remote Lock” underDIC Vehicle
Customization on page 4-31.
If any door is open when
Qis
pressed, the horn sounds ve times.
All doors lock except the open door.
If the driver door is open when
Qis
pressed, all doors lock except the
driver door.
Pressing
Qmay also arm the
content theft-deterrent system.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on
page 2-13.
K(Unlock):Press to unlock the
driver door or all doors depending
on the personalization setting.
To customize remote unlocking,
see “Two Stage Unlock” underDIC
Vehicle Customization on page 4-31.
If enabled through the DIC, the turn
signal indicators ash to indicate
unlocking has occurred. For more
information see “Flash Remote
Unlock” underDIC Vehicle
Customization on page 4-31.
Pressing
Kmay also disarm the
content theft-deterrent system.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on
page 2-13.
V(Remote Trunk Release):
Press and hold to unlock the trunk.
RKE with Remote Start Shown
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L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):
Press and release one time to locate
the vehicle. The exterior lamps ash
and the horn chirps.
Press and hold
Lfor at least
two seconds to sound the panic
alarm. The horn sounds and the turn
signals ash until
Lis pressed
again or the key is placed in the
ignition and turned to ON/RUN.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):
For vehicles with this feature,
press to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the
RKE transmitter. SeeRemote
Vehicle Start on page 2-6for
additional information.
Personal Identity Keys
This system stores electronic
settings for two different keys.
The settings are stored when a
personal identity key is removed
from the ignition and recalled when
Qon the RKE transmitter is
pressed. For information on storing
climate control settings, radio
settings and trip computer settings,
see “Personal Identity Memories”
underRadio(s) on page 6-3,
“Ignition Keys” underClimate
Control System on page 7-1and
“Trip Computer” underDIC Vehicle
Customization on page 4-31.
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 purchasedand 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
DIC Warnings and Messages on
page 4-26.
The battery is not rechargeable.
See your dealer/retailer to replace
the battery.
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-5

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” under
DIC Vehicle Customization on
page 4-31.
Vehicles with an automatic climate
control system will default to a
heating or cooling mode depending
on the outside temperature during
a remote start. When the key
is turned to ON/RUN, the climate
control system will turn on at
the setting the vehicle was set to
when the vehicle was last turned off.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.
If your vehicle is low on fuel,
do not use the remote start feature.
The vehicle may run out of fuel.
If your vehicle has the remote start
feature, the RKE transmitter
functions will have an increased
range of operation. However,
the range may be less while the
vehicle is running.
There are other conditions which
can affect the performance of
the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3
for additional information.Starting the Engine Using
Remote Start
To start the engine using the remote
start feature:
1. PressQon the RKE transmitter.
2. Press and hold
/for about
two seconds. The turn signal
lamps will briey ash to conrm
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. After entering the vehicle during
a remote start, insert and turn
the key to ON/RUN to drive
the vehicle.
After a remote start, the engine
will automatically shut off
after 10 minutes unless a time
extension has been done or
the vehicle’s key is inserted into
the ignition switch and turned
to ON/RUN.
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Extending Engine Run Time
To extend the engine run time by
10 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2
while the engine is still running.
The engine run time can only
be extended if it is the rst remote
start since the vehicle has been
driven. Remote start can be
extended one time.
If the remote start procedure is used
again before the rst 10 minute
time frame has ended, the rst
10 minutes will immediately expire
and the second 10 minute time
frame will start.
For example, if the lock button and
then the remote start buttons
are pressed again after the vehicle
has been running for ve minutes,
10 minutes are added, allowing
the engine to run for a total of
15 minutes.A maximum of two remote starts or
remote start attempts are allowed
between ignition cycles.
After your vehicle’s engine has been
started two times using the remote
start button, the vehicle’s ignition
switch must be turned to ON/RUN
and then back to LOCK/OFF
using the key before the remote
start procedure can be used again.
Shutting the Engine Off After
a Remote Start
To manually shut off the engine
after a remote start, do any of the
following:
Press/until the parking lamps
turn off.
Turn on the hazard warning
ashers.
Insert the vehicle’s key into the
ignition switch and turn the
switch to ON/RUN and then
back to LOCK/OFF.Conditions in Which Remote Start
Will Not Work
The remote vehicle start feature
will not operate if any of the
following occur:
The vehicle’s key is in the ignition.
The vehicle’s hood or doors are
not closed.
The hazard warning ashers
are on.
There is an emission control
system malfunction.
The engine coolant temperature
is too high.
The oil pressure is low.
Two remote vehicle starts have
already been used. The maximum
number of remote starts or remote
start attempts between ignition
cycles with the key is two.
The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-7

Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system is automatically armed
when the key is removed from
the ignition.
The system is disarmed when the
key is turned to ON/RUN.
You do not have to manually arm or
disarm the system.
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.
If the vehicle does not start:
Make sure the fold away key is
fully extended.
Avoid attaching several keys with
the ignition key.
Avoid attaching keys from other
vehicles to the ignition key.
Do not attempt to start the
vehicle with a non-approved key.
Do not disassemble the key.
When trying to start the vehicle,
if the engine does not start, 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,
the vehicle needs service.
See your dealer/retailer to service
the theft-deterrent system and
have a new key made.
The following procedure is for
programming additional keys only.
If all vehicle keys are lost or no
longer work, see your dealer/retailer.
A new key must be made prior to
programming.
A maximum of four keys can be
programmed for the vehicle.The key is purchased as two
sections: the key blade and
immobilizer section (A) and the
remote keyless entry and remote
start system section (B).
Do not join the two key sections
until programming is complete.
To program a new section (A):
1. Insert the original, already
programmed key into the
ignition and start the engine.
If the engine does not start,
see your dealer/retailer.
2. Remove the key from the ignition.
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Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system. SeePassenger
Sensing System on page 1-27
for important safety information.
The rearview mirror has a
passenger airbag status indicator.
When the vehicle is started, the
passenger airbag status indicator
will light ON and OFF, or the symbol
for on and off, for several secondsas a system check. If you are using
remote start to start your vehicle
from a distance, if equipped,
you may not see the system check.
Then, after several more seconds,
the status indicator will light
either ON or OFF, or either the on
or off symbol to let you know
the status of the right front
passenger frontal airbag.
If the word ON or the on symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the right front
passenger frontal airbag is enabled
(may inate).
If the word OFF or the off symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the
passenger sensing system has
turned off the right front passenger
frontal airbag.If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if
there are no lights at all, there may
be a problem with the lights or
the passenger sensing system.
See your dealer/retailer for service.
{CAUTION
If the airbag readiness light ever
comes on and stays on, it means
that something may be wrong with
the airbag system. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have
the vehicle serviced right away.
SeeAirbag Readiness Light on
page 4-13for more information,
including important safety
information. United States
Canada
4-14 Instruments and Controls

yOverSpeed
This message is displayed when the
vehicle’s speed is greater than
the set OverSpeed value. See
“OverSpeed” underDIC Operation
and Displays on page 4-22.
You can press
8or move the
thumbwheel up
Qor downRto
acknowledge that you received
the message, but OverSpeed will
continue to appear in the bottom of
the DIC display as long as the
vehicle’s speed exceeds the
preset value.
$Park Brake
This message is displayed if the
parking brake is applied when you
are driving. Release the parking
brake. SeeParking Brake on
page 8-11.
Replace Battery in Remote Key
This message is displayed when the
battery in the remote keyless entry
transmitter needs to be replaced.
See your dealer/retailer to replace
the battery.
You can press
3or8to
acknowledge that you received the
message, but
QKey Batt will
continue to appear in the bottom
of the DIC display until the battery
has been replaced.
wRest Reminder
This feature reminds the driver
that they may have been driving
for too long without a break.
When the ignition is turned on, a
timer starts counting. After two hours
of continuous driving, the rest
reminder ashes to alert the driver.The Rest Reminder message is
displayed until
3or8are
pressed. The rest reminder
reappears after 20 minutes
accompanied by a chime, unless
the ignition has been turned off.
For information on how to turn the
rest reminder on and off, seeDIC
Vehicle Customization on page 4-31.
{Safety Mode Active and
Power Reduced
These messages display alternately
when there is a problem with the
engine control system, see your
dealer/retailer.
You can press
3or8to
acknowledge that you received the
message, but
{Safety will
continue to appear in the bottom of
the DIC display until the vehicle
has been serviced.
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The following items are part of the
main customization menu.
Exit
Reset settings
Security
Lighting
Trip Computer
Language
Remote key
See the information following for
detailed descriptions of the
items available under each menu
item. There are also help screens
available to explain the features.
When selecting a menu item,
wait for a few seconds and a help
screen pops up with an explanation
of the selected feature.
Exit
To exit the customization menu
scroll to Exit and press
8.
You can also exit the customization
menu by:
Press3at any time to return
to the trip/fuel menu.
Drive the vehicle at more than
6 mph (10 km/h).
Turn the ignition off.
Reset settings
This item will reset all the
customization options to the
factory defaults.
Security
This item will allow you to customize:
Auto unlock
Auto lock
Flash remote lck (lock)
Beep remote lck (lock)
Flash rem (remote) unlock
2 Stage unlock
Remote Start
Some of these work with your
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation
on page 2-4for more information.
Auto unlock
If you select Auto unlock you will be
able to choose when you want
the doors to unlock automatically.
Off:No automatic unlock of
any doors.
Driver door key out:The driver
door will unlock when the key
is removed.
Driver door in park:The driver
door will unlock when you put
the shift lever into P (Park).
All doors at key out:All doors will
unlock when the key is removed.
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