Remote Vehicle StartThe remote vehicle starting feature allows you to startthe engine from outside of the vehicle. It also starts upthe vehicle’s automatic climate control system. When theremote start system is active, the climate control systemwill heat and cool the inside of the vehicle according tothe previous settings of the system before turning thevehicle off. The rear window defogger will be turned onby the climate control system when it is cold outside.If the vehicle has heated seats, they will also turn on.See Heated Seats on page 1-4 for additional information.Normal operation of the climate control system will returnafter the key is turned to ON/RUN. See Dual ClimateControl System on page 3-22.Laws in some communities may restrict the use ofremote starters. For example, some laws may requirea person using remote start to have the vehicle inview when doing so. Check local regulations for anyrequirements on remote starting of vehicles.Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is lowon fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.If the vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKEtransmitter functions will have an increased rangeof operation. However, the range may be less whilethe vehicle is running.There are other conditions which can affect theperformance of the transmitter, see Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4 foradditional information./ (Remote Start): This button will be on the RKEtransmitter if you have remote start.To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button, thenimmediately press and hold the transmitter’s remotestart button until the turn signal lights flash or if thevehicle’s lights are not visible, press and hold theremote start button for at least four seconds. Thevehicle’s doors will lock. Pressing the remote startbutton again after the vehicle has started will turn offthe vehicle.When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turnon and remain on while the vehicle is running.3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle hasbeen driven, repeat these steps, while the engine isstill running, to extend the engine running time by10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time.After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insertand turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut offafter 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done.2-7
