1998 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 69

This system has a range about 3 feet (1 m) up to of 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice decreasein a If range. This is normal for any keyless entry system. the transmitter does not work if you haveto stand or closer to your vehicle the transmitter to work, for try this: 0 Operation The following functions available with the keyless are entry system: LOCK: All doors will automatically lock when the LOCK button on transmitter is pressed. interior the The lamps stay on for a few seconds all of the doors after are closed. UNLOCK: The driver's door will unlock automatically when the UNLOCK button on transmitter is pressed. the five If the UNLOCK button is pressed again within seconds, all remaining doors will unlock. interior The lamps will stay on 40 seconds or until the ignition is for turned on. the Trunk Release:The trunk will unlock anytime vehicle symbolon the transmitter is pressed and the ignition isOFF.If the ignitionis on, the trunk will or unlock if the parking brake set (manual transaxle) is the gear selector inPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) is (automatic transaxle). interior lamps will come on The turned for 40 seconds or until the ignition switch is to the ON position. Check to determine if battery replacementor synchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Check the distance. You may be too far from your closer during rainy vehicle. You may need to stand or snowy weather. 0 0 0 Check the location. Other vehicles objects may be or blocking the signal. Take a few steps left or to the try right, hold the transmitter higher, and again. If you're still having trouble,see your dealer or a qualified technicianfor service. 2-8