Remote Vehicle Start System - Chevrolet malibu Getting To Know Manual

Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX
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Remote Vehicle Start System

(if equipped)
This feature allows you to start the
engine from outside the vehicle by using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
(Normal transmitter range is within 196
feet of the vehicle.)
You can also pre-set the vehicle's cli-
mate control system to heat or cool the
vehicle interior before getting in. The
engine will run for about 10 minutes
before turning itself off, but can be
extended 10 minutes more by perform-
ing another remote start sequence
before the first 10 minutes expires, or
after the engine has shut off.
No additional remote starts are allowed
until the vehicle has been started with
the ignition key.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press the LOCK button on the trans-
mitter, release it and immediately
press and hold the remote start
button for at least four seconds
or until the turn signal lights flash,
indicating the engine has started.
3. When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will light and stay on while the
engine is running.
4. Repeat these steps for a 10-minute
time extension.
Turning Off the Engine After a
Remote Start
To turn off the engine, press and hold
the remote start button
parking lamps turn off, OR, press and
release the hazard warning flasher
button inside the vehicle.
Note: If your vehicle is equipped with
Remote Starting, instructions for operat-
ing this feature are provided on a tag
that can be attached to your vehicle's
key chain for easy reference.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
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