Remote Start Ready - Chevrolet 2009 Malibu Owner's Manual

After the engine has been started two times, or one
time with a time extension, the vehicle's ignition must be
turned to ON/RUN using the key before the remote start
procedure can be used again. See Ignition Positions on
page 2-22 for information regarding the ignition positions
on your vehicle.
The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any
of the follow occur:
•
The remote start system is disabled through
the DIC.
•
The vehicle's key is in the ignition.
•
The vehicle's hood is open.
•
The hazard warning flashers are on.
•
The check engine light is on. See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 3-38.
•
The engine coolant temperature is too high.
•
The oil pressure is low.
•
Two remote vehicle starts, or one start with a time
extension, have already been provided for that
ignition cycle.
Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature are
shipped from the factory with the remote start system
enabled. The system may be enabled or disabled
through the DIC. See "REMOTE START" under DIC
Vehicle Personalization on page 3-50 for additional
information.

Remote Start Ready

If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start
feature, it may have the remote start ready feature.
This feature allows your dealer/retailer to add the
manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature.
See your dealer/retailer if you would like to add the
manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature to your
vehicle.
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