Keyless (Pushbutton) Start; Operation - GMC TERRAIN 2019 Quick Reference Manual

KEYLESS (PUSHBUTTON) START

The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition .
STARTING THE ENGINE
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press
the brake pedal and then press the
ENGINE START/STOP button to start the
engine . The green indicator on the button
will illuminate .
Note: If the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter
battery is weak, place the transmitter in the
driver-side cupholder in the center console
to enable the engine to start. Replace the
transmitter battery as soon as possible.
STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF
Shift to Park and press the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn off the engine.
Power will be available for 10 minutes to operate the audio system until the driver's door is
opened and to operate the windows and sunroof
ACCESSORY MODE
With the engine off and the brake pedal NOT depressed, press the ENGINE START/STOP
button to place the ignition system in the accessory mode . The amber indicator on the
button will illuminate .
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION
An automatic stop/start system has been integrated with the engine to help conserve fuel .
While driving, when the brake pedal is applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the
automatic stop/start system may turn off the engine, depending on operating conditions.
When the engine is off, the tachometer gauge will read AUTO STOP. Upon releasing the
brake pedal or applying the accelerator pedal, the engine will restart . After parking the
vehicle and turning off the engine, the tachometer gauge will read OFF.
The engine may remain running or restart
when the vehicle is stopped if:
• A minimum vehicle speed is not reached .
• The engine or transmission is not at the
required operating temperature .
• The outside temperature is not in the
required operating range .
• The transmission is in any gear other than
Drive (D) .
• The battery charge is low .
• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the current settings .
• The Auto Stop time is greater than 2 minutes .
Optional equipment
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until any door is opened .
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See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual .
See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual .
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