2009 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 86

If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat the previous steps, while the engine is still running, to extend the engine running time by 10 minutes from the time you repeat the steps for remote starting. The remote start running time can be extended one time and only after the first remote start. After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. The engine will shut off automatically after 10 minutes, unless a time extension has been done or the vehicle's key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to ON/RUN. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of the following. After the engine has been started two times, or one time with a time extension, the vehicle's ignition must be turned to ON/RUN using the key before the remote start procedure can be used again. See Ignition Positions on page 2-20 for information regarding the ignition positions on your vehicle. The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any of the follow occur: • The remote start system is disabled through the DIC. • Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and release the remote start button. The vehicle's key is in the ignition. The vehicle's hood is open. The hazard warning flashers are on. The check engine light is on. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-36. • Turn on the hazard warning flashers. • Turn the ignition switch out of LOCK/OFF position and then back to LOCK/OFF. • The engine coolant temperature is too high. • The oil pressure is low. • The content theft-deterrent alarm has been activated. • Two remote vehicle starts, or one start with a time extension, have already been provided for that ignition cycle. 2-8