Keyless (Push-Button) Start - Chevrolet MALIBU 2023 Getting To Know Manual

KEYLESS (PUSH-BUTTON) START

The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition.
STARTING THE ENGINE
With the transmission in Park or Neutral,
press the brake pedal and then press the
ENGINE START/STOP button. The button
indicator will be green.
Note: If the key fob battery is weak, place the key
fob in the pocket in the center console to enable the
engine to start. Replace the key fob battery as soon
as possible.
STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF
Shift to Park and then press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
ACCESSORY MODE
With the engine off and the brake pedal not depressed, press the ENGINE START/
STOP button. The button indicator will be amber.
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION
The fuel-saving stop/start system automatically turns off the 1.5L engine, referred
to as an Auto Stop, when the brake pedal is pressed and the vehicle is at a complete
stop, if operating conditions are met. In Auto Stop mode, the tachometer will read AUTO
STOP. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine
will restart. After parking the vehicle and turning off the engine, the tachometer 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 shift lever 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 has reached the maximum allowed time.
DISABLING AUTO ENGINE STOP/START
Press the button (A), located below the infotainment
screen, when the engine is running to disable the auto-
matic engine stop/start system. When the system is
disabled, the button indicator will not be illuminated.
The system is enabled each time the vehicle is started.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual.
Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.
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