What are the steps for remote one-button start on the new LaCrosse?
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The steps for remote one-button start on the new LaCrosse: First, directly press the lock button on the remote key fob, then immediately press and hold the remote engine start button to start the vehicle. The LaCrosse's remote start function uses the remote key fob to remotely start the engine and activate the car. Remote car starting is quite common, with most mid-range and high-end vehicles equipped with this feature. Below are the characteristics of remote car starting: 1. High reliability: Since remote car starting is structurally identical to manual ignition in the vehicle's setup—both initiate the engine via an electric motor—there is no mechanical wear on the heater, thereby reducing failure rates. 2. Convenience: Although remote car starting cannot be scheduled like parking heaters, the remote start method is still very convenient. The remote range is typically no less than 50 meters, allowing the engine to be started in advance from home or work if the car is parked in a ground-level parking lot. 3. Automatic timing: Usually, if no operation is performed after a certain period following a remote start, the engine will automatically shut off to prevent potential fuel waste from forgetting to turn it off.
The remote one-button start operation for the new LaCrosse is very simple: First, ensure the car is locked and the OnStar app is installed on your phone with your account logged in. Open the app, go to the vehicle control page, find the remote start button, and tap it. The app will show that the command has been sent successfully. In about 10 seconds, you'll hear the engine start, and the air conditioning will begin running at the same time. I often start it in advance during summer, so the car is nice and cool when I get in. Note that if you don't open the car door within 15 minutes after starting, the engine will automatically shut off—don't exceed this time. If the network signal is poor, the command might be delayed, especially in underground parking garages; you may need to go to the surface and try again. During maintenance, remember to ask the technician to check the receiver module—once, I couldn't start it because the module was damp. The most practical use of remote start is warming up the car in winter and cooling it down in summer, which is much more convenient than using a key.
