2000 Pontiac Montana Owner's Manual - Page 118

Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for "Entering Programming Mode" listed previously. 2. Turn the interior lamps control all the way clockwise and then back slightly counterclockwise. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by turning the interior lamps control all the way clockwise and then back slightly counterclockwise. 4. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Automatic Door Locks With automatic door locks, all doors will automatically lock when you shift out of PARK (P) and automatically unlock when the ignition is turned to OFF. To customize these features to your preference, see "Programmable Modes" following. Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Both Features Off (Automatic door locking and unlocking is disabled. You will always need to lock your doors manually before driving to increase occupant safety.) Mode 2: Automatic Door Locking Only D The automatic door unlock feature is turned off. D Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver's door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Mode 3: Automatic Unlocking with the Ignition Off D Turn off the ignition with the transaxle in PARK (P); all doors will unlock automatically. D Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver's door closed; all doors will lock automatically. 2-15