Buick LaCrosse: Extending Engine Run Time - Remote Vehicle Start - Keys and Locks - Keys, Doors, and Windows - Buick LaCrosse Owners ManualBuick LaCrosse: Extending Engine Run Time

The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can only be extended once.

When remote start is extended, the second 10 minutes will start immediately.

For example, if the vehicle has been running for five minutes, and 10 minutes are added, the engine will run for a total of 15 minutes.

A maximum of two remote starts or remote start attempts are allowed between ignition cycles.

The vehicle's ignition must be turned on and then back off before the remote start procedure can be used again.

    Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
    To start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release . 3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold until the turn ...

    Canceling a Remote Start
    To cancel a remote start, do any of the following: • Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off. • Turn on the hazard warning flashers. ...

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    Battery Replacement
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