2012 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 31
2012 Chevrolet Malibu Manual
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Keys, Doors, and Windows If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . 2-3 Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Check the transmitter's battery. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. Keep in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter. . If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the remote lock feedback can be programmed to have the horn chirp and/or the turn signals flash to confirm locking. See "LOCK HORN" and "LIGHT FLASH" under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑29 for more information. Pressing Q may also arm the anti-theft alarm system. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑11. . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. With Remote Start Shown, Without Remote Start Similar / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press to operate the remote start feature. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5 for additional information. Q (Lock): Press to lock all the doors. The interior lamps turn off after all of the doors are closed. K (Unlock): Press once to unlock the driver door. Press K again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors. The interior lamps turn on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the remote unlock feedback can be programmed to have the horn chirp and/or the turn signals flash to confirm unlocking. See "UNLOCK HORN" and "LIGHT FLASH" under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑29 for more information.