Buick Encore: Keys and Locks / Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery

Buick Encore 2020-2025 Owner's Manual / Keys, Doors, and Windows / Keys and Locks / Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery

Note that, for improved vehicle security, the RKE transmitter is equipped with a motion sensor. When starting the vehicle, if the RKE transmitter has been idle for a while, move the RKE transmitter slightly and try starting the vehicle.

When starting the vehicle, if the RKE transmitter battery is depleted or there is signal interference, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED, REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY, or NO REMOTE DETECTED PLACE KEY IN KEY POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE. If any of these messages appear on the DIC, follow the steps below.

To start the vehicle:

Buick Encore. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery

  1. Place the transmitter in the center console front cupholder with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle.
  2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP.

    Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.

    Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle

    Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer...

    Battery Replacement

    Warning Never allow children to play with the RKE transmitter. The transmitter contains a small battery, which can be a choking hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death...

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