1997 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 70

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does notwork or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Takea few steps to the leftor right, hold the transmitter higher, andtry again. If you're still having trouble, see your Buick dealer or a qualified technician for service. All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. is The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol pressed when the ignition OFF'.The trunk symbolwill also is work when the ignition is on, but only while in PARK (P). Instant Alarm When the button with the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up two to minutes. This can be turnedoff'by pressing the instant alarm button again or by turning the ignition to ON. If your vehicle is equipped with the Universal Theft Deterrent feature, you may alsoturn off the instant alarm by unlocking the vehicle with a key. 0 0 Resynchronization If only the instant alarm works, the transmitter needs to be resynchronized to the receiver. Do this by pressing and holding both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for about eight seconds. You must be within range of the vehicle. Once the transmitter has been resynchronized, the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will flash once. The system should now operate properly. 0 Operation The driver's door will unlock when UNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds,all doors will unlock. Pressing the UNLOCK button will also illuminate the interior lamps. See "Illuminated Entry" in the Index. 2-10