Adaptive Remote Start - Buick 2012 LaCrosse Getting To Know Manual

Start
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the
START/STOP button to start the engine.
Note: The transmitter must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition. If the transmitter battery is weak,
insert the transmitter into the slot beneath the removable cupholder tray in the center console to
enable the engine to start.
Stop
Shift to Park and press the START/STOP button to turn off the engine. Power to the
audio system will be active until the driver's door is opened, and power to the windows
and sunroof will be active until either front door is opened.
Accessory
With the engine off, press the START/STOP button once to place the ignition system in
the accessory position.
During a remote start, the vehicle's automatic climate control system will operate at the
same setting as when the vehicle was last turned off and, based on outside temperature,
the windshield defroster and/or rear defogger will turn on.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the keyless access transmitter at the vehicle. (Transmitter range depends on
operating conditions.)
2. Press and release the
3. Immediately press and hold the
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will light and remain on while the engine is
running. The engine will continue running for 10 minutes.
4. Repeat these steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended
only once.
After a remote start, the ignition must be turned to the On position by pressing the START
button before driving.
Canceling a Remote Start
• Press and hold the
Note: Several conditions will cause the Adaptive Remote Start feature not to operate, such as if the
hood or doors are not closed.
Lock button on the transmitter.
Remote Start button for at least two seconds.
Remote Start button until the parking lamps turn off.
Keyless Access Start✦
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.

Adaptive Remote Start✦

See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.
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