2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 90

Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it's still best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your key? Content Theft-Deterrent (Option) Your vehicle may have the optional content theft-deterrent alarm system. With this system, a light on the radio will flash. This light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system. Here's how to do it: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter. The light on the radio should come on and stay on. If you are using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the door does not need to be open. 3. Close all doors. The light on the radio will slowly flash once the system is armed. Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle (without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key) or turns the ignition on with an incorrect key. The horn will sound and the headlamps and back-up lamps will flash for approximately two minutes. When the alarm is armed, the trunk may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter. If you use the key to open the trunk, the alarm will sound. Also, the power door lock switches are disabled. You must use your remote keyless entry transmitter or your key to unlock the doors when the system is armed. D If possible, park in a busy, well-lit area. D Put your valuables in a storage area, like your D D D D Close all windows. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver's. trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the storage area. Then take the door key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you. 2-18