Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle.
(Remote Vehicle Start): This button
will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.
The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear fog indicator light does not come on during remote start.
If the vehicle has heated seats, they may come on during a remote start. See Heated Front Seats.
Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements.
Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.
Starting the Vehicle
To start the engine using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release 
.
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold
for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps flashing confirms the request
to remote start the vehicle has been received.
When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.
Insert the key and turn it to ON/RUN before driving.
Extending Engine Run Time
For a 10-minute extension, repeat Steps 1–3 while the engine is still running. The remote start can be extended once.
When the remote start is extended, the second 10 minutes will start immediately.
For example, if the engine has been running for five minutes, and 10 minutes are added, the engine will run for a total of 15 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a single start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles.
After this, the vehicle's ignition switch must be turned to ON/RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF using the key, before the remote start procedure can be used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
- Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold
until the parking lamps turn off.
- Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
- Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work
The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if:
- The key is in the ignition.
- The hood is not closed.
- The hazard warning flashers are on.
- The malfunction indicator lamp is on.
- The engine coolant temperature is too high.
- The oil pressure is low.
- Two remote vehicle starts, or a single remote start with an extension, have already been used.
- The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Battery Replacement
The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery:
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Static from your body could damage the transmitte ...
Door Locks
Warning
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out
of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The
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Other materials:
Radio Settings
Select and the following may display:
Auto Volume
Radio Favorites
Radio Tune Bar
Radio Text
XM Categories
Radio Factory Settings
Auto Volume
This feature adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as
the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume leve ...
Cruise Control Switch Replacement
Cruise Control Switch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the steering wheel inflatable restraint module. Refer to
Airbag Steering Wheel Module Replacement.
1
Steer ...
Front Camber Adjustment
Note: DO NOT grind the front strut bores for the bolts to allow
adjustment of the front camber. There are service bolts available to allow
the front camber to be adjusted, if needed.
If the front camber is out of specifications, perform the following:
Remove the f ...
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