2015 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - Page 40

Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Push the battery down until it is held in place. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. 5. Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter. 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 2-9 The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/ RUN (Key Access) or ON/RUN/ START (Keyless Access). The climate control system will use the previous setting during a remote start. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear defog indicator light does not come on during remote start. See "Remote Start Climate Control Operation" in Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1. Vehicles with heated or heated and ventilated front seats can have this feature turn on automatically during a remote start. See "Remote Start Auto Heat Seats" and "Remote Start Auto Cool Seats" under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45. Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle. The / button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. 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. Check local regulations for any requirements. Q. 3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps flashing confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received. When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN (Key Access), or select the ON/RUN/ START ignition position (Keyless Access), to drive the vehicle.