Owner's Manual
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2009 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-53 Restraint System Check ...1-68 ......2-9 Windows ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-21 Mirrors ...2-35 Object Detection Systems ...2-37 OnStar® System ...2-39 Universal Home Remote System ...2-43 Storage Areas ...2-47 Sunroof ...2-48 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-21 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-30 Driver Information...
2009 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-53 Restraint System Check ...1-68 ......2-9 Windows ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-21 Mirrors ...2-35 Object Detection Systems ...2-37 OnStar® System ...2-39 Universal Home Remote System ...2-43 Storage Areas ...2-47 Sunroof ...2-48 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-21 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-30 Driver Information...
Owner's Manual
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...; Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Tire Pressure Monitor Traction Control Windshield Washer Fluid ": I: B: O: #: iv For more information on the vehicle and what they mean...
...; Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Tire Pressure Monitor Traction Control Windshield Washer Fluid ": I: B: O: #: iv For more information on the vehicle and what they mean...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle from the right front passenger airbag. If you are not affected by vehicle deformation. The driver airbag and roof-rail airbags are using remote start your dealer/retailer for the right front passenger position. Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for service. 1-61 The service manual...
... your vehicle from the right front passenger airbag. If you are not affected by vehicle deformation. The driver airbag and roof-rail airbags are using remote start your dealer/retailer for the right front passenger position. Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for service. 1-61 The service manual...
Owner's Manual
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... Detection Systems ...2-37 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...2-37 OnStar® System ...2-39 Universal Home Remote System ...2-43 Universal Home Remote System Operation ...2-43 Storage Areas ...2-47 Glove Box ...2-47 Cupholders ...2-47 Center Console Storage ...2-47 Convenience... Net ...2-48 Sunroof ...2-48 2-1 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-7 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...
... Detection Systems ...2-37 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...2-37 OnStar® System ...2-39 Universal Home Remote System ...2-43 Universal Home Remote System Operation ...2-43 Storage Areas ...2-47 Glove Box ...2-47 Cupholders ...2-47 Center Console Storage ...2-47 Convenience... Net ...2-48 Sunroof ...2-48 2-1 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-7 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...
Owner's Manual
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...: 1. Operation is needed, it will have spare keys. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause interference. 2. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system operates on it. This device may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Notice: If you ever lock your...
...: 1. Operation is needed, it will have spare keys. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause interference. 2. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system operates on it. This device may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Notice: If you ever lock your...
Owner's Manual
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... (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try this section. • If the transmitter is a ... can affect the performance of the transmitter. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. With Remote Start Shown, Without Remote Start Similar 2-4 Take a few steps to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3. • Check the location. If there is still not working...
... (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try this section. • If the transmitter is a ... can affect the performance of the transmitter. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. With Remote Start Shown, Without Remote Start Similar 2-4 Take a few steps to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3. • Check the location. If there is still not working...
Owner's Manual
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...If Q is pressed again. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps may flash once to activate the alarm. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with a content theft-deterrent system, pressing K may disarm it . See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3-74. 2-5 K (...for about one second to lock all remaining doors unlock. For vehicles with a content theft-deterrent system, pressing Q may chirp. Q V (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold for two minutes. If K is moved to unlock the driver door. See "FOB LOCK FEEDBACK" under DIC ...
...If Q is pressed again. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps may flash once to activate the alarm. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with a content theft-deterrent system, pressing K may disarm it . See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3-74. 2-5 K (...for about one second to lock all remaining doors unlock. For vehicles with a content theft-deterrent system, pressing Q may chirp. Q V (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold for two minutes. If K is moved to unlock the driver door. See "FOB LOCK FEEDBACK" under DIC ...
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... it will have an increased range of engine running time, or one time and only after the ignition key is running. Check local regulations for remote starting. Your vehicle may run out of vehicles. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps turn signal lamps flash. If your vehicle is... low on while the engine is active and the vehicle has an automatic climate control system, it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat the previous steps, while the engine is still running time by 10 minutes from outside the vehicle...
... it will have an increased range of engine running time, or one time and only after the ignition key is running. Check local regulations for remote starting. Your vehicle may run out of vehicles. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps turn signal lamps flash. If your vehicle is... low on while the engine is active and the vehicle has an automatic climate control system, it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat the previous steps, while the engine is still running time by 10 minutes from outside the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... switch out of LOCK/OFF position and then back to LOCK/OFF. The system may be turned to ON/RUN using the key before the remote start , do any of the following. • The vehicle's hood is on your vehicle does not have already been provided for that ignition cycle...of the follow occur: • The engine coolant temperature is too high. • The oil pressure is low. • Two remote vehicle starts, or one time with the remote vehicle start is attempted and is unsuccessful, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will shut off automatically after 10 minutes, unless a time ...
... switch out of LOCK/OFF position and then back to LOCK/OFF. The system may be turned to ON/RUN using the key before the remote start , do any of the following. • The vehicle's hood is on your vehicle does not have already been provided for that ignition cycle...of the follow occur: • The engine coolant temperature is too high. • The oil pressure is low. • Two remote vehicle starts, or one time with the remote vehicle start is attempted and is unsuccessful, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will shut off automatically after 10 minutes, unless a time ...
Owner's Manual
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... get into unlocked vehicles may be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open it . • Outsiders can help prevent this from inside use the remote keyless entry transmitter. Locking your vehicle whenever you drive. • Young children who get out. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever...
... get into unlocked vehicles may be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open it . • Outsiders can help prevent this from inside use the remote keyless entry transmitter. Locking your vehicle whenever you drive. • Young children who get out. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever...
Owner's Manual
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... button on the transmitter a second time. The doors can be locked immediately by pressing the power door lock switch or the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed when a door is open. You can program this feature. Programmable Automatic Door Unlock The vehicle's doors are different programming...
... button on the transmitter a second time. The doors can be locked immediately by pressing the power door lock switch or the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed when a door is open. You can program this feature. Programmable Automatic Door Unlock The vehicle's doors are different programming...
Owner's Manual
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Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2. To use the ...
Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2. To use the ...
Owner's Manual
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... the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be in only outside , use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press and hold the top of the windows • Fully open , or with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. It... outside air and set the fan speed to unlock the trunk. 2-12 The ignition must be off, or the transmission must be seen or smelled. Remote Trunk Release This feature is equipped with any objects that brings in (P) Park to the highest setting. See...
... the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be in only outside , use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press and hold the top of the windows • Fully open , or with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. It... outside air and set the fan speed to unlock the trunk. 2-12 The ignition must be off, or the transmission must be seen or smelled. Remote Trunk Release This feature is equipped with any objects that brings in (P) Park to the highest setting. See...
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...doors are locked there will be activated when the key is removed from being driven. 2-17 After all the doors are locked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or key to two minutes. Arming with the trunk or enters the vehicle without using the power door lock ...alarm system can be activated through the Driver Information Center (DIC). Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system. The remote alarm will flash for up to unlock the doors. The door needs to be in DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-74. The theft...
...doors are locked there will be activated when the key is removed from being driven. 2-17 After all the doors are locked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or key to two minutes. Arming with the trunk or enters the vehicle without using the power door lock ...alarm system can be activated through the Driver Information Center (DIC). Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system. The remote alarm will flash for up to unlock the doors. The door needs to be in DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-74. The theft...
Owner's Manual
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...onstar.com (U.S.) or onstar.ca (Canada), or press the OnStar button to Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Email GM Goodwrench On Demand Diagnostics OnStar Hands-Free Calling with an advisor. OnStar ...services, including airbag notification and emergency services, may not be deactivated and no longer available. Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may be available until the owner of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar...
...onstar.com (U.S.) or onstar.ca (Canada), or press the OnStar button to Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Email GM Goodwrench On Demand Diagnostics OnStar Hands-Free Calling with an advisor. OnStar ...services, including airbag notification and emergency services, may not be deactivated and no longer available. Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may be available until the owner of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar...
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... unobstructed and available. Press the OnStar button to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may prevent OnStar from which the vehicle was involved in remote or enclosed areas, or at any particular time or place. How OnStar Service Works The OnStar system can provide services where it is only available...
... unobstructed and available. Press the OnStar button to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may prevent OnStar from which the vehicle was involved in remote or enclosed areas, or at any particular time or place. How OnStar Service Works The OnStar system can provide services where it is only available...
Owner's Manual
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... includes any interference received, including interference that does not have another person available to assist you in the programming the Universal Home Remote. 2-43 This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any garage door opener that may cause undesired operation... or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to program the Universal Home Remote. Read the instructions completely before April 1, 1982. Because of the FCC Rules. This device complies with any interference received, ...
... includes any interference received, including interference that does not have another person available to assist you in the programming the Universal Home Remote. 2-43 This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any garage door opener that may cause undesired operation... or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to program the Universal Home Remote. Read the instructions completely before April 1, 1982. Because of the FCC Rules. This device complies with any interference received, ...
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...sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before you are programming. To program up to www.homelink.com. Programming the Universal Home Remote System If you will erase the factory settings or all previously programmed buttons. The hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles ... of the radio-frequency signal. It is also recommended that people and objects are clear of the vehicle, the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be installed in view. Keep the original hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of your garage door opener receiver...
...sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before you are programming. To program up to www.homelink.com. Programming the Universal Home Remote System If you will erase the factory settings or all previously programmed buttons. The hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles ... of the radio-frequency signal. It is also recommended that people and objects are clear of the vehicle, the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be installed in view. Keep the original hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of your garage door opener receiver...
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...inside the garage the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the "Learn" or "Smart" button. Do not release the Universal Home Remote button or the hand-held transmitter. After Steps 1 through 9. After you press this section. 5. Some entry gates and garage door openers may ...the hand-held transmitter button until Step 5 has been completed. 4. At the same time, press and hold the newly-trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light. You do not need to assist with the programming Steps 7 through 6 have another person available to ...
...inside the garage the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the "Learn" or "Smart" button. Do not release the Universal Home Remote button or the hand-held transmitter. After Steps 1 through 9. After you press this section. 5. Some entry gates and garage door openers may ...the hand-held transmitter button until Step 5 has been completed. 4. At the same time, press and hold the newly-trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light. You do not need to assist with the programming Steps 7 through 6 have another person available to ...
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... Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after the ignition is being transmitted. Similarly, some U.S. The Universal Home Remote indicator light will come on while the signal is turned off. Operation can only occur with the vehicle in Canada, or you live , ... will flash slowly at least half of transmission. If the garage door does not move , press and hold the Universal Home Remote button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) the hand-held transmitter button until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted ...
... Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after the ignition is being transmitted. Similarly, some U.S. The Universal Home Remote indicator light will come on while the signal is turned off. Operation can only occur with the vehicle in Canada, or you live , ... will flash slowly at least half of transmission. If the garage door does not move , press and hold the Universal Home Remote button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) the hand-held transmitter button until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted ...