Operation - Buick 1999 Riviera Owner's Manual

This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet
(9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This
is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the
transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to
your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:
D
Check to determine if battery replacement or
resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions
that follow.
D
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.
D
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.
D
If you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.

Operation

The driver's door will unlock when UNLOCK is
pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed again within five
seconds, both doors will unlock. Pressing the UNLOCK
button will also illuminate the interior lamps. See
"Illuminated Entry" in the Index. Both doors will lock
when LOCK is pressed.
The trunk will unlock when the trunk button is pressed
when the ignition is off. The trunk button will also work
when the ignition is on, but only while the vehicle is in
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Instant Alarm
When the button with the horn symbol on the remote
keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound
and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to one
minute. This can be turned off by pressing the instant
alarm button again or by turning the ignition on.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Universal
-
Theft Deterrent feature, you may also turn off the
instant alarm by unlocking the vehicle with a key.
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