GMC Savana 2020 User manual

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Owner’s Manual
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . 7
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 78
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 151
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 304
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 322
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 332
OnStar ........................ 337
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Index .................... 348

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2 Introduction
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, GMC, the
GMC Truck Emblem, and SAVANA
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
GMC 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.
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.
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 84361136 A First Printing ©2019 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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{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.
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

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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
>:Seat Belt Reminders
I:Side Blind Zone Alert
h:Stop/Start
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
d:Traction Control/StabiliTrak/
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
a:Under Pressure
V:Vehicle Ahead Indicator

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Introduction 5
Instrument Panel Overview

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1. Air Vents 0150.
2. Driver Information Center (DIC)
Buttons (Out of View). See
Driver Information Center (DIC)
099.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change Signals
0113.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 080.
4. Horn 080.
5. Hazard Warning Flashers
0113.
6. Instrument Cluster 086.
7. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission 0172.
Manual Mode 0175 (If
Equipped).
8. Climate Control Systems
0145.
9. Infotainment 0117.
10. Power Outlets 083.
11. USB Port (If Equipped). See
Auxiliary Devices 0132.
12. Power Outlet 110/120 Volt
Alternating Current. See Power
Outlets 083.
13. Rear Heating System 0147 (If
Equipped).
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) 0191 (If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0187 (If Equipped).
14. Passenger Airbag On-Off
Switch (If Equipped). See
Airbag On-Off Switch 051.
15. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0179.
16. Tow/Haul Mode Button (If
Equipped). See Tow/Haul
Mode 0176.
17. Steering Wheel Controls 079
(If Equipped).
18. Steering Wheel Adjustment
079 (Out of View), (If
Equipped).
19. Parking Brake Release. See
Parking Brake 0178.
20. Cruise Control 0181 (If
Equipped).
Fast Idle System 0167 (If
Equipped).
21. Parking Brake 0178.
22. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 093.
23. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0114.
Dome Lamp Override. See
Dome Lamps 0114.
24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0110.

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Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys ............................ 7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 11
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cargo Door Relocking . . . . . . . . . 14
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 14
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Doors
Side Door (60/40
Swing-Out) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 18
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 19
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 22
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 22
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Swing-Out Windows . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Enhanced Technology Glass . . . 24
Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Keys and Locks
Keys
{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
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Warning (Continued)
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.

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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, and
all locks.
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
0326.
With an active OnStar or connected
service plan, an OnStar Advisor
may remotely unlock the vehicle.
See OnStar Overview 0337.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
Do not make changes or
modifications to the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE). This could void
authorization to use this equipment.
See Radio Frequency Statement
0332.
If there is a decrease in the 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
If equipped, the RKE transmitter
functions 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 09.

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With Remote Start Shown, Without
Similar
Q:Press once to lock all doors.
If enabled through the Driver
Information Center (DIC), the
parking lamps flash once to indicate
locking has occurred.
The horn may chirp when Qis
pressed again within five seconds.
See Vehicle Personalization 0105.
K:Press to unlock the driver door.
If Kis pressed again within
five seconds, all remaining doors
unlock.
The interior lamps come on and
stay on for 20 seconds or until the
ignition is turned on. If enabled
through the DIC, the parking lamps
flash twice to indicate unlocking has
occurred. See Vehicle
Personalization 0105.
j:Press to unlock only the cargo
doors.
/:If equipped, press Qand then
press and hold /for at least
four seconds or until the turn signal
lamps flash to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the RKE
transmitter. See Remote Vehicle
Start 011. To turn on or off, see
Vehicle Personalization 0105.
L:Press and release to initiate
vehicle locator. The turn signal
lamps flash and the horn sounds
three times.
Press and hold Lfor more than
two 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 L
is pressed again. The ignition must
be off for the panic alarm to work.
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.
When the replacement transmitter is
programmed to the vehicle, all
remaining transmitters must also be
programmed. Any lost or stolen
transmitters no longer work once the
new transmitter is programmed.
Each vehicle can have up to
four transmitters programmed to it.

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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.
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.
Replace the battery if the DIC
displays REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY.
To replace the battery:
1. Separate the transmitter with a
flat, thin object, such as a flat
head screwdriver.
.Carefully insert the tool into
the notch located along the
parting line of the
transmitter. Do not insert
the tool too far. Stop as
soon as resistance is felt.
.Twist the tool until the
transmitter is separated.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not
use a metal object.
3. Insert the new battery, positive
side facing down. Replace with
a CR2032 or equivalent
battery.
4. Snap the transmitter back
together.
Remote Vehicle Start
This vehicle may have a remote
start feature. This feature allows you
to start the engine from outside the
vehicle. It may also start the

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vehicle's heating or air conditioning
systems. See Climate Control
Systems 0145.
Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
may require a person using remote
start to have the vehicle in view
when doing so. Check local
regulations for any requirements on
remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature
if the vehicle is low on fuel. The
vehicle may run out of fuel.
The RKE transmitter range may be
less while the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter, see
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 09.
/:This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote
start.
To start the engine using the remote
start feature:
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle.
2. Press and release Qon the
transmitter.
3. Immediately press and hold /
until the turn signal lamps
flash. If you cannot see the
lamps, press and hold /for at
least four seconds.
When the engine starts, the
parking lamps will turn on and
remain on while the engine is
running. The doors will be
locked.
The engine will continue to run
for 10 minutes. After
30 seconds, repeat the steps if
a 10-minute extension is
desired. Remote start can be
extended only once.
After entering the vehicle during a
remote start, turn the ignition on to
drive the vehicle.
A maximum of two remote starts or
a start with an extension are
allowed between ignition cycles.
If the remote start procedure is used
again before the first 10-minute time
frame has ended, the first
10 minutes will immediately expire
and the second 10-minute time
frame will start.
After the engine has been remote
started two times, or a remote start
with an extension, the ignition must
be turned on and then off before the
remote start procedure can be used
again.
To cancel a remote start do any of
the following:
.Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle and press /until the
parking lamps turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
.Turn the ignition on and then off.
The remote vehicle start feature will
not operate if:
.The key is in the ignition.
.The hood is open.
.The hazard warning flashers
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.There is an emission control
system malfunction. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light) 093.
.The engine coolant temperature
is too high.
.The oil pressure is low.
.Two remote starts or a start with
an extension have already been
provided.
.The vehicle is not in P (Park).
To turn on or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 0105.
Door Locks
{Warning
.Passengers, especially
children, can easily open
the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. When a
door is locked, the handle
will not open it. The chance
of being thrown out of the
vehicle in a crash is
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increased if the doors are
not locked. So, all
passengers should wear
seat belts properly and the
doors should be locked
whenever the vehicle is
driven.
.Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child
can be overcome by
extreme heat and can suffer
permanent injuries or even
death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle
whenever leaving it.
.Outsiders can easily enter
through an unlocked door
when you slow down or stop
the vehicle. Locking the
doors can help prevent this
from happening.
To lock the door from the inside,
slide the manual lever on the door
down. To unlock the door, slide the
manual lever up.
From the outside, use the key.
If the vehicle is equipped with
Keyless Entry, see Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation 09.

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Power Door Locks
If equipped, press Tto lock or
unlock the doors.
When a door is locked, the inside
door handle will not work.
Cargo Door Relocking
If the cargo door is open when the
lock button is pressed on the door
or the RKE transmitter, all doors will
lock except the cargo door. The
cargo door will lock immediately
when it is closed or when the
delayed locking feature functions.
Delayed Locking
When locking the doors with the
power lock switch and a door open,
the doors will lock five seconds after
the last door is closed. The horn
chirps to signal that the delayed
locking feature is in use.
Pressing eor Qon the RKE
transmitter will override the delayed
locking feature and immediately lock
all the doors.
This feature will not operate if the
key is in the ignition.
This feature can be programmed
using the Driver Information
Center (DIC). See “DELAY DOOR
LOCK”in Vehicle Personalization
0105.
Automatic Door Locks
The vehicle may have an automatic
lock/unlock feature. This feature can
be programmed using the Driver
Information Center (DIC). See
Vehicle Personalization 0105.
Lockout Protection
This feature protects you from
locking the key in the vehicle when
the key is in the ignition and a door
is open.
If the power lock switch is pressed
when either the driver, passenger,
or rear door is open, all the doors
will lock and then the driver door will
unlock. This feature does not
include the side cargo door.
If the vehicle has an ambulance
package, this feature is disabled.
Safety Locks
Security locks are located on the
front portion of the 60/40 side
swing-out door or the side
sliding door.

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60/40 Swing-Out Side Door -
Passenger Side.
For the 60/40 side swing-out door,
move the button to the left for the
passenger side door to engage the
security feature.
Move the button to the right for the
passenger side door to return the
door locks to normal operation.
Side Sliding Door
For the side sliding door, move the
button up to engage the security
feature. Move the button down to
return the door locks to normal
operation.
Doors
Side Door (60/40
Swing-Out)
To open the front portion of a 60/
40 door from the outside, pull out on
the handle and open the door.

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To open the front portion of a 60/
40 door from the inside, pull the
handle toward you and push the
door open.
To open the rear portion of a 60/
40 door from the outside, pull the
handle on the side of the rear door
and pull the door toward you.
To close the 60/40 side doors, close
the rear door first. Then close the
front door. Check to make sure that
both doors are completely closed.
The swing-out doors have a check
strap assembly in the door frame to
keep the door from opening beyond
90 degrees.
To open the door beyond
90 degrees, close the door partially,
pull the check strap toward you and
then open the door. When the door
is closed, the check strap will
automatically re-engage.
Sliding Door
To open the sliding side door from
the outside, pull the handle toward
the rear of the vehicle and slide the
door open.
To close the sliding side door from
the outside, use the handle to slide
the door toward the front of the
vehicle.
When the door is closed, it will be
flush with the side of the body.

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To open the sliding side door from
the inside, pull the handle toward
the rear of the vehicle. Then, slide
the door toward the rear of the
vehicle.
To close the sliding side door from
the inside, grasp the handle and
slide the door toward the front of the
vehicle.
Make sure the door is completely
closed before driving away.
Rear Doors
{Warning
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
.Passengers, especially
children, can easily open
the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The doors
can be unlocked and
opened while the vehicle is
moving. The chance of
being thrown out of the
vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are
not locked. So, all
passengers should wear
seat belts properly and the
doors should be locked
whenever the vehicle is
driven.
.Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child
can be overcome by
extreme heat and can suffer
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Warning (Continued)
permanent injuries or even
death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle
whenever leaving it.
.Outsiders can easily enter
through an unlocked door
when you slow down or stop
the vehicle. Locking the
doors can help prevent this
from happening.
To open the rear doors from the
outside, pull the handle toward you
to open the passenger side rear
door first.

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To open the driver side rear door,
pull the latch release at the inside
edge of the door.
To close the rear doors, close the
driver side rear door first. Then
close the passenger side rear door.
Check to make sure both doors are
completely closed.
Vehicle Security
This vehicle has theft-deterrent
features; however, they do not make
the vehicle impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm
system.
Arming the Alarm System
1. Close the side door/rear doors
and the hood. Turn off the
vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
two ways:
.Use the RKE transmitter.
.With a door open, press the
inside Q.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm
system will arm. Pressing Qon
the RKE transmitter a second
time will bypass the 30-second
delay and immediately arm the
alarm system.
The vehicle alarm system will not
arm if the doors are locked with the
key or the manual door lock.
The alarm will also be activated if a
passenger door, side door, rear
door, or the hood is opened without
first disarming the system. When the
alarm is activated, the turn signals
flash and the horn sounds for about
30 seconds. The alarm system will
then re-arm to monitor for the next
unauthorized event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To disarm the alarm system or turn
off the alarm if it has been activated:
.Press Kon the RKE transmitter.
.Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
.Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have left the vehicle
and all doors are closed.
.Always unlock a door with the
RKE transmitter.

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Unlocking the driver door with the
key will not disarm the system or
turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
If Kis pressed and the horn chirps
and the lights flash three times, the
alarm was activated while the alarm
system was armed.
If the alarm system has been
activated, and allowed to complete
an event (approximately
one minute), a message will appear
on the Driver Information Center
(DIC) the next time the vehicle is
started.
Theft Alarm Notification
To enable e-mail or text notification,
see “Theft Alarm Notification”in
OnStar Security 0339.
Testing the Alarm
To test the alarm:
1. Lower the driver window and
open the driver door.
2. Press Qon the RKE
transmitter.
3. Close the door and wait for a
few seconds.
4. Reach in through the open
window, unlock the door with
the manual door lock, and
open the door.
This should set off the alarm.
If the alarm does not sound
when it should but the lamps
flash, check to see if the horn
works. The horn fuse may be
blown. To replace the fuse, see
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
0250.
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement
0332.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle is equipped with the
PASS-Key
®
III+ (Personalized
Automotive Security System)
theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key III
+ is a passive theft deterrent
system.
The system is automatically armed
when the key is removed from the
ignition.
You do not have to manually arm or
disarm the system.
The security light will come on if
there is a problem with arming or
disarming the theft-deterrent
system.
If the engine does not start and the
security light comes on, the key may
have a damaged transponder. Turn
the ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and
the key appears to be undamaged,
try another ignition key. If the engine
still does not start with the other key,
the vehicle needs service. If the
vehicle does start, the first key may
be faulty. See your dealer or a
locksmith who can service the
PASS-Key III+ to have a new
key made.