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Contents
Introduction .............................. 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Storage ................................. 98
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Lighting ................................ 136
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
OnStar ................................. 405
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
Introduction
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Introduction
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle
model names, and vehicle body designs
appearing in this manual including, but not
limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
the CHEVROLET Emblem, SILVERADO, and Z71
are trademarks and/or service marks of
General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries,
affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute
the name “General Motors of Canada
Company”for Chevrolet Motor Division
wherever it appears in this manual.
This manual describes features that may or
may not be on the vehicle because of
optional equipment that was not purchased
on the vehicle, model variants, country
specifications, features/applications that may
not be available in your region, or changes
subsequent to the printing of this owner’s
manual, including changes in standard or
optional content.
If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel
engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement
for additional and specific information on
this engine.
Refer to the purchase documentation
relating to your specific vehicle to confirm
the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick
reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained
from your dealer, at www.helminc.com,
or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide
en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à
l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA
Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about the
vehicle, use the Index in the back of the
manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is
in the manual and the page number where
it can be found.
Danger, Warning, and Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels
and in this manual describe hazards and
what to do to avoid or reduce them.
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which will result in serious
injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could
result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could
result in property or vehicle damage.

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A circle with a slash through it is a safety
symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do
this,”or “Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are
shown along with the text describing the
operation or information relating to a
specific component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator.
M:Shown when the owner’s manual has
additional instructions or information.
*:Shown when the service manual has
additional instructions or information.
0:Shown when there is more information
on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may
be found on the vehicle and what they
mean. See the features in this manual for
information.
u:Air Conditioning System
G:Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9:Airbag Readiness Light
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$:Brake System Warning Light
9:Dispose of Used Components Properly
P:Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
H:Flammable
[:Forward Collision Alert
R:Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+:Fuses
j:ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
Q:Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly
Installed
|:Lane Change Alert
@:Lane Departure Warning
A:Lane Keep Assist
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
X:Park Assist
~:Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O:Power
7:Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I:Registered Technician
/:Remote Vehicle Start
h:Risk of Electrical Fire
>:Seat Belt Reminders
I:Side Blind Zone Alert

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7:Tire Pressure Monitor
d:Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)
a:Under Pressure
k:Vehicle Ahead Indicator

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Instrument Panel Overview

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1. Tow/Haul Mode (On Some Models). See
Driver Mode Control 0240.
Automatic Transfer Case Control (If
Equipped). See Four-Wheel Drive 0231.
Driver Mode Control 0240 (If Equipped).
2. Air Vents 0198.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0140.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0104.
4. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0130 (If
Equipped).
5. Instrument Cluster 0109.
6. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
0227.
Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
0229.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0138.
8. Infotainment Controls. See Overview
0146.
9. Climate Control Systems 0193 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0194 (If Equipped).
10. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 055
(If Equipped).
11. XPark Assist Switch (If Equipped). See
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
0244.
gTraction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0238.
|Hazard Warning Flashers 0139.
@Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0259
(If Equipped).
5Hill Descent Control Switch (If
Equipped). See Hill Descent Control (HDC)
0239.
jPower Assist Steps 032 (If
Equipped).
5Power Release Tailgate (If
Equipped). See Tailgate 025.
ADC/AC Switch. See Power Outlets
0105.
LExpress Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 044.
Tow/Haul Mode 0231 (On Some
Models).
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
12. Power Outlet (Alternating Current) (If
Equipped). See Power Outlets 0105.
13. Power Outlets 0105.
14. USB Port 0155.
15. Wireless Charging 0106 (If Equipped).
16. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped).
See “Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System”under Towing Equipment 0272.
17. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions (Keyless Access) 0220 or
Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0218.
18. Steering Wheel Controls 0148 (If
Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0126 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Midlevel
and Uplevel) 0127.
19. Horn 0104.
20. Hood Release. See Hood 0300.
21. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0103 (Out
of View).
22. Cruise Control 0241.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0254 (If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0103 (If
Equipped).

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23. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View).
See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) 0118.
24. Electric Parking Brake 0236.
25. Fog Lamps 0140 (If Equipped).
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
0142.
Exterior Cargo Lamps 0141.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0136.
Task Lighting 0141 (If Equipped).

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Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys (Key Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Keys (Keyless Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . 11
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation (Key Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation (Keyless Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Safety Locks ............................ 24
Doors
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Transporting Items That Can
Catch Fire ............................. 32
Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Steering Column Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . 40
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Truck Bed Camera Rearview Mirror . . . . . 42
Windows
Windows ............................... 43
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Rear Windows .......................... 45
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Roof
Sunroof ................................ 46
Keys and Locks
Keys (Key Access)
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous and children or
others could be seriously injured or killed.
They could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the vehicle
move. The windows will function with
the keys in the ignition, and children or
others could be caught in the path of a
closing window. Do not leave children in
a vehicle with the ignition key.

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{Warning
If the key is unintentionally rotated while
the vehicle is running, the ignition could
be moved out of the RUN position. This
could be caused by heavy items hanging
from the key ring, or by large or long
items attached to the key ring that could
be contacted by the driver or steering
wheel. If the ignition moves out of the
RUN position, the engine will shut off,
braking and steering power assist may be
impacted, and airbags may not deploy.
To reduce the risk of unintentional
rotation of the ignition key, do not
change the way the ignition key and
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
if equipped, are connected to the
provided key rings.
The ignition key and key rings, and RKE
transmitter, if equipped, are designed to
work together as a system to reduce the
risk of unintentionally moving the key out
of the RUN position. The ignition key has a
small hole to allow attachment of the
provided key ring. It is important that any
replacement ignition keys have a small hole.
See your dealer if a replacement key is
required.
The combination and size of the rings that
came with your keys were specifically
selected for your vehicle. The rings are
connected to the key like two links of a
chain to reduce the risk of unintentionally
moving the key out of the RUN position. Do
not add any additional items to the ring
attached to the ignition key. Attach
additional items only to the second ring,
and limit added items to a few essential
keys or small, light items no larger than an
RKE transmitter.
Interference from radio-frequency
identification (RFID) tags may prevent the
key from starting the vehicle. Keep RFID
tags away from the key when starting the
vehicle.
The key is used for the ignition, all door
locks, and the glove box.
If equipped with memory seats, keys 1 and 2
are linked to seating positions of memory 1
or 2. See Memory Seats 052.
Programming Keys
Follow these procedures to program up to
eight keys to the vehicle.

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Programming with Two Recognized Keys
To program a new key:
1. Insert the original, already programmed
key in the ignition and turn the
ignition on.
2. Turn the ignition off, and remove
the key.
3. Quickly, within five seconds, insert the
second original already programmed key
in the ignition and turn the ignition on.
4. Turn the ignition off, and remove
the key.
5. Insert the key to be programmed and
turn the ignition on within five seconds.
6. After a few seconds, the security light
will turn off once the key has been
programmed.
7. Repeat Steps 1–5 if additional keys are to
be programmed.
If a key is lost or damaged, see your dealer
to have a new key made.
Programming without Recognized Keys
Program a new key to the vehicle when a
recognized key is not available. Canadian
regulations require that owners see their
dealer.
If two currently recognized keys are not
available, follow this procedure to program
the first key.
This procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete for the first key.
The vehicle must be off and all of the keys
you wish to program must be with you.
1. Insert the new vehicle key into the
ignition.
2. Turn the ignition on. The security light
will come on.
3. Wait 10 minutes until the security light
turns off.
4. Turn the ignition off.
5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more times. After
the third time, turn the ignition on; the
key is learned and all previously known
keys will no longer work with the
vehicle.
6. To learn a second key, turn the ignition
off, insert the second key to be learned,
and turn the ignition on.
After two keys are learned, the remaining
keys can be learned by following the
procedure in “Programming with Two
Recognized Keys.”
The key has a bar-coded key tag that the
dealer or qualified locksmith can use to
make new keys. Store this information in a
safe place, not in the vehicle.
See your dealer if a replacement key or
additional key is needed.
If it becomes difficult to turn a key, inspect
the key blade for debris. Periodically clean
with a brush or pick.
If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside
Assistance Program 0397.
With an active OnStar or connected service
plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview
0405.
Keys (Keyless Access)
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with an
ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter is dangerous and
children or others could be seriously
injured or killed. They could operate the
power window or other controls or make
the vehicle move. The windows will
function with the key in the ignition or
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Warning (Continued)
with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle,
and children or others could be caught in
the path of a closing window. Do not
leave children in a vehicle with the
ignition key or an RKE transmitter.
If the vehicle has the Keyless Access system,
the transmitter has a button on the side of
the transmitter used to remove the key.
This key is used for the driver door and
glove box.
Press the button to remove the key. Never
pull the key out without pressing the
button.
See your dealer if a replacement key or
additional key is needed.
If it becomes difficult to turn a key, inspect
the key blade for debris. Periodically clean
with a brush or pick.
With an active OnStar or connected service
plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview
0405.
If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside
Assistance Program 0397.
If equipped with memory seats, RKE
transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating
positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory
Seats 052.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0402.
If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) operating range:
.Check the distance. The transmitter may
be too far from the vehicle.
.Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.
.Check the transmitter's battery. See
“Battery Replacement”later in this
section.
.If the transmitter is still not working
correctly, see your dealer or a qualified
technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Key Access)
The RKE transmitter functions may work up
to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.

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Other conditions can affect the performance
of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 011.
/:Press and release Q, then immediately
press and hold /until the turn signal
lamps flash or for at least four seconds. The
engine may be started from outside the
vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See
Remote Vehicle Start 021.
Q:Press to lock all doors.
If enabled, the turn signal lamps may flash
and/or the horn may sound on the second
press to indicate locking has occurred.
If enabled, the horn chirps when Qis
pressed again within three seconds. To view
available settings from the infotainment
screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Remote
Lock, Unlock, Start.
Pressing Qarms the alarm system. See
Vehicle Alarm System 033.
If equipped with remote mirror folding,
pressing and holding Qfor one second will
fold the mirrors, if enabled. To view
available settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home
page. Select “Vehicle”to display the list of
available options and select “Comfort and
Convenience”.
K:Press once to unlock only the driver
door. If Kis pressed again within
three seconds, all remaining doors unlock.
The interior lamps may come on and stay
on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is
turned on.
If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash twice
to indicate unlocking has occurred.
If enabled, the exterior lamps may turn on.
To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
Pressing Kon the RKE transmitter disarms
the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System
033.
If equipped with remote mirror folding,
pressing and holding Kfor one second will
unfold the mirrors, if enabled. To view
available settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home
page. Select “Vehicle”to display the list of
available options and select “Comfort and
Convenience”.
Press and hold Kto remotely open the
windows, if enabled. To view available
settings from the infotainment screen, touch
Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock,
Start.
x:Press twice quickly to release the
tailgate, if equipped.
7:Press and release to initiate the vehicle
locator. The turn signal lamps flash and the
horn sounds three times.
Press and hold 7for more than
three seconds to activate the panic alarm.
The turn signal lamps flash and the horn
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turns off when the ignition is turned on or
7is pressed again. The ignition must be off
for the panic alarm to work.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to this
vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or
stolen, a replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer. Each
vehicle can have up to eight transmitters
programmed to it. See your dealer for
transmitter programming.
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with the RKE
transmitter. The transmitter contains a
small battery, which can be a choking
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
Seek medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
{Warning
To avoid personal injury, do not touch
metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter
when it has been exposed to extreme
heat. These surfaces can be hot to the
touch at temperatures above 59 °C
(138 °F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch
any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Static from your body could damage the
transmitter.
Caution
Always replace the battery with the
correct type. Replacing the battery with
an incorrect type could potentially create
a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of
used batteries according to instructions
and local laws. Do not attempt to burn,
crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid
exposing the battery to environments
with extremely low air pressures or high
temperatures.
Caution
If the RKE transmitter is not reassembled
properly, liquids could enter the housing
and damage the circuitry, resulting in an
RKE transmitter malfunction and/or
failure. To prevent damage, always follow
the steps for RKE transmitter reassembly
in this manual to ensure the transmitter
is sealed properly whenever the RKE
transmitter is opened.
Replace the battery in the transmitter soon
if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
displays in the Driver Information
Center (DIC).

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To replace the battery:
1. Separate and remove the back cover of
the transmitter with a flat, thin object,
such as a coin.
2. Press and slide the battery down toward
the pocket of the transmitter in the
direction of the key ring. Do not use a
metal object
3. Remove the battery.
4. Insert the new battery, positive side
facing up. Replace with a CR2032 or
equivalent battery.
5. Ensure that the silicone mat is correctly
positioned with no gaps or wrinkles.
6. Set transmitter button side down on a
hard surface and press the other half
straight down to force the halves
together.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Keyless Access)
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle
entry when the transmitter is within 1 m
(3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation”later
in this section.
The RKE transmitter functions may work up
to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the performance
of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 011.
The key that is part of the RKE transmitter
can be used for all locks.
Remove the key by pressing the button on
the side of the RKE transmitter near the
bottom and pull the key out. Never pull the
key out without pressing the button.
See your dealer if a new transmitter is
needed.

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/:Press and release Q, then immediately
press and hold /until the turn signal
lamps flash or for at least four seconds. The
engine may be started from outside the
vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See
Remote Vehicle Start 021.
Q:Press to lock all doors and the tailgate,
if equipped.
If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash and/
or the horn may sound on the second press
to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled,
the horn chirps when Qis pressed again
within three seconds. To view available
settings from the infotainment screen, touch
Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock,
Start.
If the driver door is open when Qis
pressed, all doors will lock and then the
driver door will immediately unlock,
if enabled. To view available settings from
the infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
If the passenger door is open when Qis
pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing Qarms the alarm system. See
Vehicle Alarm System 033.
If equipped with remote mirror folding,
pressing and holding Qfor one second will
fold the mirrors, if enabled. To view
available settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home
page. Select “Vehicle”to display the list of
available options and select “Comfort and
Convenience”.
K:Press once to unlock only the driver
door. If Kis pressed again within
three seconds, all remaining doors and the
tailgate unlock. The interior lamps may
come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until
the ignition is turned on.
If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash twice
to indicate unlocking has occurred.
If enabled, the exterior lamps may turn on.
To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
Pressing Kon the RKE transmitter disarms
the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System
033.
If equipped with remote mirror folding,
pressing and holding Kfor one second will
unfold the mirrors, if enabled. To view
available settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home
page. Select “Vehicle”to display the list of
available options and select “Comfort and
Convenience”.
Press and hold Kuntil the windows fully
open, if remote window operation is
enabled. To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
x:Press twice quickly to release the
tailgate, if equipped.
7:Press and release to initiate vehicle
locator. The turn signal lamps flash and the
horn sounds three times.

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Press and hold 7for more than
three seconds to activate the panic alarm.
The turn signal lamps flash and the horn
sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm
turns off when the ignition is turned on or
7is pressed again. The ignition must be off
for the panic alarm to work.
Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system allows for doors
and the tailgate to be accessed without
pressing the RKE transmitter button. The RKE
transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the
tailgate or door being opened. If the vehicle
has this feature, there will be a button on
the outside door handles.
Keyless Access can be programmed to
unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock
press from the driver door. Keyless
Unlocking can also be turned off. To view
available settings from the infotainment
screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Remote
Lock, Unlock, Start.
If equipped with memory seats, RKE
transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating
positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory
Seats 052.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the
Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door
handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on
the driver door handle will unlock the driver
door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed
again within five seconds, all passenger
doors and the tailgate will unlock.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause
all doors to lock if any of the following
occur:
.It has been more than five seconds since
the first lock/unlock button press.
.Two lock/unlock button presses were
used to unlock all doors.
.Any vehicle door has been opened and all
doors are now closed.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the
Passenger Doors
When the doors are locked and the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door
handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on a
passenger door handle, if equipped, will
unlock all doors. Pressing the lock/unlock
button will cause all doors to lock if any of
the following occur:
.The lock/unlock button was used to
unlock all doors.
.Any vehicle door has been opened and all
doors are now closed.
Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior
Door Handles and Tailgate
If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior
door handles and tailgate can be disabled
and enabled.
Disabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold Qand
Kon the RKE transmitter at the same time
for approximately three seconds. The turn
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indicate access is disabled. Using any
exterior handle to unlock the doors or open
the tailgate will cause the turn signal lamps
to flash four times quickly, indicating access
is disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm
system before starting the vehicle.
Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold Qand
Kon the RKE transmitter at the same time
for approximately three seconds. The turn
signal lamps will flash twice quickly to
indicate access is enabled.
Passive Locking
This feature will lock the vehicle several
seconds after all doors are closed, if the
vehicle is off and at least one RKE
transmitter has been removed from the
interior, or none remain in the interior.
If other electronic devices interfere with the
RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not
detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the doors may
lock with the RKE transmitter inside the
vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in
an unattended vehicle.
To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
Temporarily disable passive locking by
pressing and holding Kon the interior door
switch with a door open for at least
four seconds, or until three chimes are
heard. Passive locking will then remain
disabled until Qon the interior door is
pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE
transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn
will chirp three times after all doors are
closed. To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open and
then all doors are closed, the vehicle will
check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is not detected, the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will display NO
REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp
three times. This occurs only once each time
the vehicle is driven. To view available
settings from the infotainment screen, touch
Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock,
Start.
Key Access
To access a vehicle with a dead transmitter
battery, see Door Locks 022.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the
vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or
stolen, a replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer. The
vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or
stolen transmitters no longer work. Each
vehicle can have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.
Programming with Recognized Transmitters
A new transmitter can be programmed to
the vehicle when there are two recognized
transmitters.
To program, the vehicle must be off and all
transmitters, both currently recognized and
new, must be with you.
1. Remove the key from a recognized
transmitter.
2. Place the two recognized transmitters in
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3. Insert the vehicle key into the key lock
cylinder on the driver door handle. Then
turn the key counterclockwise, to the
unlock position, five times within
10 seconds.
The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #3,
4, 5 ETC.
Transmitter Pocket without Bucket Seats
(Lower Compartment)
Transmitter Pocket with Bucket Seats
4. Place the new transmitter in the
transmitter pocket/insert.
5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the
transmitter is learned, the DIC display
will show that it is ready to program the
next transmitter.
6. Remove the transmitter from the
transmitter pocket and press Kor Qon
the transmitter.
To program additional transmitters,
repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for approximately
12 seconds to exit programming mode.
7. Return the key back into the transmitter.
Programming without Recognized
Transmitters
If two currently recognized transmitters are
not available, follow this procedure to
program up to eight transmitters. This
feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must
be off and all transmitters to be
programmed must be with you.
1. Remove the vehicle key from the
transmitter.
2. Insert the vehicle key into the key lock
cylinder on the driver door handle; then
turn the key counterclockwise, to the
unlock position, five times within
10 seconds.
The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC
displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO
LEARN, then press ENGINE START/STOP.
The DIC will again display REMOTE LEARN
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4. Repeat Step 3 two additional times. After
the third time all previously known
transmitters will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be
relearned during the next steps.
The DIC should now display READY FOR
REMOTE # 1.
Transmitter Pocket without Bucket Seats
(Lower Compartment)
Transmitter Pocket with Bucket Seats
5. Place the new transmitter in the
transmitter pocket/insert.
6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the
transmitter is learned, the DIC display
will show that it is ready to program the
next transmitter.
7. Remove the transmitter from the
transmitter pocket/insert and press Kor
Qon the transmitter.
To program additional transmitters,
repeat Steps 5–7.
When all additional transmitters are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for approximately
12 seconds to exit programming mode.
8. Return the key back into the transmitter.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
If the transmitter battery is weak or if there
is interference with the signal, the DIC may
display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO
REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR
VEHICLE when starting the vehicle.
To start the vehicle:
Transmitter Pocket without Bucket Seats
(Lower Compartment)