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Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2011
2-8 Keys, Doors and Windows
Starting the Vehicle with a
Low Transmitter Battery
If the transmitter battery is weak,
the DIC may display No Remote
Detected when you try to start the
vehicle. The Replace Battery in
Remote Key message may also be
displayed at this time.
To start the vehicle:
1. Remove the cupholder from the
center console storage area.
2. Place the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket with the
buttons facing up.
3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and the ignition control.
See Starting the Engine on
page 9‑21, for additional
information about the vehicle's
keyless ignition with push start.
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the Replace
Battery in Remote Key message
displays in the DIC. See “Replace
Battery in Remote Key” under Key
and Lock Messages on page 5‑34.
The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery:
1. Push the button on the
transmitter to extend the key.
2. Remove battery cover by prying
with finger.
3. Remove battery by pushing on
battery and sliding toward
keyblade.
4. Insert the new battery, positive
side facing up. Push the battery
down to until it is held in place.
Replace with a CR2032 or
equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
Remote Vehicle Start
If available, this feature allows the
engine to be started from outside
the vehicle.
This button
/ will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote
start.
Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
may require a person using remote
start to have the vehicle in view.
Check local regulations for any
requirements.