Bulletin No.: PI1022
Date: Jul-2013

Subject:

2014 Cadillac ATS New Model Features

Models:

2014 Cadillac ATS
Equipped with Engine 2.0L RPO LTG, 2.5L RPO LCV or 3.6L RPO LFX
Equipped with 6-Speed 6L45 Automatic Transmission RPO MYA or 6-Speed Manual Transmission
TREMEC (TR3160) RPO M3L
Equipped with Rear Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive

Bulletin Purpose

The purpose of this bulletin is to help the Service and Sales Department personnel become familiar with the Model Year 2014 Cadillac ATS vehicle
enhancements.

About the Vehicle
The ATS is available in four distinct equipment packages: Standard, Luxury, Performance and Premium.
The ATS is available with a choice of three powerful and efficient direct-injected engines coupled with a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission
(2.0L Turbo only) and standard rear-wheel-drive (RWD) or available all-wheel-drive (AWD).

Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance / New Vehicle Limited Warranty
The ATS model comes with the Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance program. It is a program designed to provide the customer with peace of mind by covering
select required maintenance during the first four years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) of the vehicle’s operation. It aligns with the terms of our 4-years or
50,000 mile bumper-to-bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty, in Canada 4-years 80,000 km, and is fully transferable.
Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance covers routine maintenance during the first 4-years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) and includes the following:

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Oil changes based on the Oil Life Monitoring System.

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Tire rotation every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
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Engine air cleaner filter replacement.

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Passenger compartment air filter replacement.

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Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI).

Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty / Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation
All Cadillac models come backed with a 6-year or 70,000 mile (110,000 km) Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty. This means if the owner needs warranty
repairs to their engine, transmission or drive system in the first 6-years or 70,000 miles (110,000 km), Cadillac has them covered.
If the vehicle needs service, there is 24/7 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation with the same coverage of 6-years or 70,000 miles (110,000 km).

Available Product Training
The majority of the systems found on the Cadillac ATS are taught in GM’s core curriculum from a conceptual theory and operation perspective.
To access all of the available ATS Training Courses visit the following website:
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In the United States go to > www.centerlearning.com

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In Canada go to > www.gmprocanada.com

Training Course Name and System RPO - Course Number and Description
Course Name - System RPO
Base Curriculum

Course Number and Description
#16041.09W Battery, Charging and Starting Systems
#16044.21 Engine Performance
#16044.16 GM Powertrain Performance
#16048.25W-R3 Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI) Familiarization
#16048.30H-R2 Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS 2) Overview Hands On
#16048.30W-R2 Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS 2) Overview
#16050.12D Camshaft Position Actuator System and Active Fuel
Management (VCT)
#18043.01W-R4 Electrical / Electronics Stage 1
#18043.02W-R4 Electrical / Electronics Stage 2
#18043.03W-R3 Electrical / Electronics Stage 3
#18044.20 GM Global Electrical System
#13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems
#15045.18 GM Braking Systems
#16048.27V GDS 2 Diagnostics (Canada)
#16039.16H GDS 2 Certification (Canada)
#17041.56 Automatic Transmission Operation, Diagnosis and
Service
#14043.17 Passenger Car All-Wheel Drive (Base Curriculum)

Air Bags - RPO AYF or AYG

#12340.10 Dual Stage Air Bag System

Depending on the Equipment Package - This Vehicle Comes
Equipped With Either:

#22048.42 GM Safety Systems

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8 Air Bags RPO AYG

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10 Air Bags RPO AYF

Engine Control-Stop/Start System - RPO KL9

#16040.30W Stop/Start System

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HVAC System - Air Conditioning - RPO CJ2

#11044.04 HVAC Systems
#11044.05 HVAC Systems and Operation.

Transaxle / Transmission

#17041.48W Automatic Transmission Gearsets

Engine - 2.0L Turbocharged DOHC with Spark Ignition Direct
Injection (SIDI), Variable Valve Timing (VVT)

#16043.52 Engine Mechanical Diagnostics and Measurements

Engine - 2.5L DOHC with Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI),
Variable Valve Timing (VVT)

#16044.20 SIDI - Virtual Classroom Training (VCT)

Engine - 3.6L DOHC with Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI),
Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic, Electronically Controlled with
Overdrive

#16044.21 GM Powertrain Performance

#16440.17D Engines (VCT): New and Updated for RPO’s LCV and
LTG

#17041.65 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Mechanical Service

Transmission - 6-Speed TREMEC Manual

#17041.56 Automatic Transmission Operation, Diagnosis and
Service

F46 Chassis AWD Transmission

#17043.45V RPO M3L 6-Speed TREMEC Manual Transmission
#14043.17 Passenger Car All-Wheel Drive (Base Curriculum)

Power Steering

#13041.12T2 Electric Power Steering Systems

Power Steering Rack and Pinion ZF Premium Electric with Variable
Assist

#13041.13T1 Rack-Mount Electric Steering

OnStar®

#19040.37 OnStar® Systems and Technology

OnStar® Generation 9 TechAssist Course

#19040.38T1 OnStar® Systems and Technology

Rear Parking Assist - RPO UD7

#22048.42 GM Safety Systems

Entertainment - Audio Systems

#19047.20W2 R2 Entertainment Systems 2 (Including MOST)
Network

Radio-Infotainment System - Uplevel HMI, Enhanced Connectivity RPO IO5, IO6

#13041.15 GM Steering Systems and Diagnosis (New)

#19047.20W3 Entertainment Systems 3
#19047.22D Infotainment Operation, Diagnosis and Service (VCT)

Tire Pressure Monitor

#13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems
#13044.12T2 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Diagnosis

Bluetooth for Phone, Personal Cellphone Connectivity to Vehicle
Audio System

#19047.20W2 R2 Entertainment Systems 2 (Including MOST)
Network

Bluetooth Technology, Functions and Features Diagnosing and
Methods of Radio Programming (USB Programming, Scan Tool
Programming)
Theft Deterrent System - RPO UTJ

#19047.09W Entry and Security Systems

Parking Brake - Electronically Operated - RPO J77

#15045.14T1 GM Electric Parking Brakes
#18044.25 Body Electrical Accessory Systems

Chassis-Continuously Variable Real Time Damping-Magneto
Rheological - RPO FE3 Suspension System - Sport

#13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems

Head Up Display (HUD) - RPO UV6

ESS 2 Update

#13044.16T1 Continuous Damping Control

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Camera - Rear View - RPO UVC

#22048.42W1 GM Safety Systems 1

Sensor Indicator-Side Obstacle Detection (Side Blind Zone Alert) RPO UFT

#22048.42W2 GM Safety Systems 2
#22048.42W3 GM Safety Systems 3

Sensor Indicator-Rear Cross Traffic Alert - RPO UFG
Sensor-Collision Avoidance & Mitigation, Vehicle Forward
Movement, Brake Prefill & Intelligent Brake Assist – RPO UGN

Dexos1™ Engine Oil Specification — Required Viscosity

Only those oils displaying the dexos1™ trademark and a registered trademark logo on the front label of the container meet the demanding performance
requirements and stringent quality standards set forth in the dexos1™ specification.
Look on the front label for either of the logos shown above and the 11 digit alphanumeric dexos® license number on the back label to identify an authorized,
licensed dexos1™ engine oil. Unless an oil package displays these two markings, the engine oil is not an authentic, licensed dexos® product and is not
recommended for use in GM vehicles.
The dexos1™ specification was uniquely designed to complement the exacting requirements of GM's advanced engine technology. The specification has gone
through an extensive developmental and testing process. It requires a number of proprietary tests that are not included in current industry standards and sets
performance criteria at a level that exceeds many current standards. The result is a high performance fluid providing significant wear protection, improved
piston cleanliness, a reduction in volatility and oil consumption, enhanced aeration control for improved fuel efficiency, and better oxidation properties.

Viscosity Grade

Notice: DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
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SAE 5W-20 is the best viscosity grade for the 2.5L L4 engine. SAE 0W-20 may be used as an alternative. Refer to the latest version of Bulletin Number
13-00-90-001.

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SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the 2.0L L4 turbocharged engine and the 3.6L V6 engine.

Refer to this General Motors website for dexos1™ information about the different licensed brands that are currently available: http://www.gmdexos.com

CUE System Availability
CUE Equipment Package Content
Model

Standard Infotainment

Available Infotainment

Standard

4.2 inch full-color LCD radio display, AM/FM/XM
non-CUE w/ Bose premium 7-speaker audio

CUE w/ Bose premium 7-speaker audio

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CUE w/ Bose premium 10-speaker surround
sound & remote disc player

Luxury

CUE w/ Bose premium 7-speaker audio

Navigation, Bose premium 10-speaker surround
sound & remote disc player

Performance

CUE w/ Bose premium 10-speaker surround
sound & remote disc player

Navigation

Premium

CUE w/ Navigation, Bose premium 10-speaker
surround sound & remote disc player

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Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information Displays and Radio Displays

Notice: The microfiber cloth is shipped in the bag that contains any loose items that are to be installed when performing the vehicle PDI.
Retrieve the microfiber cloth from this bag in the trunk and place it in the Integrated Center Stack (ICS) storage compartment (if equipped) or in
the glove box.
The ATS has high gloss surfaces, vehicle information displays and radio displays. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe these types of surfaces. Before wiping the
surface with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean.
DO NOT use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately from other items, using mild soap. DO NOT use bleach or
fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before the next use.

Powertrain / Drivetrain
Engines
The ATS is available with a choice of three powerful and efficient engines coupled with a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission (2.0L Turbo only)
and standard rear-wheel drive (RWD) or available all-wheel drive (AWD).
The available engines and specifications are as follows:

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The Turbocharged (TC) 4-cylinder 2.0L with Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Dual Continuous Variable Cam Phasing (DCVCP), Variable Valve Timing
(VVT) and Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI) — RPO LTG, produces the following horsepower and torque:
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272 hp (203 kW) @ 5,500 RPM

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260 lb-ft of torque (353 Nm) @ 1,700-5,500 RPM

The 4-cylinder 2.5L with Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Dual Continuous Variable Cam Phasing (DCVCP), Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and Spark Ignition
Direct Injection (SIDI) — RPO LCV, produces the following horsepower and torque:
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202 hp (151 kW) @ 6,300 RPM

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191 lb-ft of torque (259 Nm) @ 4,400 RPM

The 6-cylinder 3.6L with Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI) — RPO LFX, produces the
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following horsepower and torque:
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321 hp (239 kW) @ 6,800 RPM

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275 lb-ft of torque (373 Nm) @ 4,800 RPM

Transmission
The following transmissions are available:

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Standard on all three engines, is the Hydra-Matic™ 6L45 RPO MYA, 6-speed, electronically controlled, automatic transmission, with automatic overdrive
and torque converter clutch.
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For the 2.0L and the 3.6L, the final drive ratio is 3.27

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For the 2.5L, the final drive ratio is 3.45

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Available on the 2.0L Turbocharged and 3.6L engines only, on the Luxury, Performance and Premium Collection vehicles is the Hydra-Matic™ 6L45
RPO MYA, 6-speed, electronically controlled, automatic all-wheel drive (AWD) transmission. This Active On Demand system continuously monitors
multiple inputs and adjusts torque split to optimize both traction and handling. This active system can send up to 100% of the available torque to the front
wheels as traction and handling conditions demand.

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Available on the 2.0L Turbocharged engine only is the TREMEC TR3160 RPO M3L, 6-speed fully synchronized manual transmission with single
overdrive.

Vehicle Enhancements
Frameless Inside Rearview Mirror

New for 2014 is a frameless inside rearview mirror.

New Sport Steering Wheel
New for 2014 is a 4 mm thicker-rim sport steering wheel on models equipped with the magnesium steering wheel paddle shift controls.

Conventional Plug Power Receptacle — 110V or 230V
Depending on the global sales market, the Cadillac User Experience (CUE) Navigation Radio — RPO IO6 is equipped with either a 110V (North America) or
230V (Export) conventional plug power receptacle. The 110V or 230V power receptacle, is located in the rear of the front center floor console. Refer to the
section in this PI titled: Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current

IntelliBeam System

If equipped, this system turns the vehicle's high-beam headlamps ON and OFF according to surrounding traffic conditions. The system turns the high-beam
headlamps ON when it is dark enough and there is no other traffic present. This indicator light turns ON in the instrument cluster when the IntelliBeam system
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is enabled.

Turning ON and Enabling IntelliBeam System

To enable the automatic high-beam system, place the turn signal lever in the neutral position and turn the exterior lamp control toAUTO (1). The blue highbeam ON light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are turned ON.
The system only activates the high beams when driving over 25 mph (40 km/h). A sensor near the top center of the windshield, automatically controls the
system. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris for best system performance.
The IntelliBeam system has been added to the Driver Awareness Package — RPO Y65 and the Driver Assist Package — RPO Y66

OnStar®
Model Year 2014 OnStar® markets have been expanded to include the United States, Canada, Mexico, China and the Middle East except for Lebanon and
Jordan where it is regulatory restricted. OnStar® will be available in Mexico later this year.
One year of OnStar® Directions and Connections service is standard on ATS. OnStar® is the global leading provider of connected safety, security and mobility
solutions and advanced information technology.
The OnStar® RemoteLink Mobile App allows smartphone users to control vehicle functions, access vehicle information and send directions directly to the
vehicle. An opt-in service called FamilyLink allows subscribers to stay connected to loved ones by checking the location of their vehicle online or by signing up
for vehicle location alerts. FamilyLink service is not available in Canada.
More information about OnStar® can be found at this website: www.onstar.com
For OnStar® in Canada, refer to www.onstar.ca

Micro-3™ Terminal Fuses

The MICRO3™ Fuse is the new standard for vehicle circuit protection. The MICRO3™ Fuse has 3 terminals and 2 fuse elements with a common center
terminal. Its sub-miniature design meets the need for more circuits to be protected while utilizing less space.
The ATS uses some of the new style Micro-3™ terminal fuses in the underhood electrical center (UEC).
Fuse numbers from the GM Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC):
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GM EPC — P/N 19209797 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (05.0 AMP) (32V) (TAN)

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GM EPC — P/N 19209798 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (07.5 AMP) (32V) (BROWN)

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GM EPC — P/N 19209799 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (10 AMP) (32V) (RED)

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GM EPC — P/N 19209800 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (15 AMP) (32V) (BLUE)

Trunk Release

Notice: When using the touchpad on the rear of the trunk, it may be necessary to press and hold the touchpad for approximately 2–3 seconds in
order to open the trunk. This is a normal operating characteristic of the vehicle.
To open the trunk, press the trunk release button on the driver door or the touchpad on the rear of the trunk slightly above the license plate or use the trunk
button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.

Acoustic Glass
Notice: DO NOT hang key lock boxes on any acoustic glass.
The vehicle is equipped with laminated acoustic glass in the front windshield and the front driver and passenger doors.
Acoustic windshields are the same as a standard windshield, but they have been made with a thin, sound absorbing technology between the glass that reduces
the interior noise by 3dB overall, and even more in the frequency where people "hear" the human voice. This technology actually allows automakers to use
thinner glass without sacrificing cabin comfort. A lighter windshield also reduces the weight of the vehicle, which improves fuel economy and reduces the CO2
emissions created by the engine.

Reverse Tilt Mirror
If the vehicle is equipped with Reverse Tilt Mirror, when this feature is turned ON, the driver, passenger or both outside rear view mirrors will tilt downward
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when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse) to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels.

Auto Defog
The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle. When high humidity is detected, the climate control
system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner. If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to
normal operation. Auto Defog may be turned off or on in Vehicle Personalization.

Adaptive Forward Lighting
With adaptive forward lighting, the projector headlamps swivel in the direction of the front wheels to maintain forward lighting in concert with vehicle steering.
Heading into a curve or turning a corner, the headlamps swivel up to 15 degrees depending on the curve and vehicle speed. The system works with both low
and high beam headlamp settings.

Retained Accessory Power/Accessory Power Outlet Power — Circuit Breaker Replaces Fuse
Accessory Power Outlet (APO) — Circuit Breaker Replaces Fuse
The 2014 ATS will be utilizing a circuit breaker instead of a standard fuse for the accessory power outlets. The purpose of this engineering change is to improve
customer experience.
The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle has two accessory power outlets:

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Inside the front storage bin below the climate control system.

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On the rear of the center floor console.

The outlets are powered ON, when the vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode or until a door is opened within 10 minutes of turning OFF
the vehicle.
Certain electrical accessories MAY NOT be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload a vehicle circuit breaker or adapter fuse. If
overloaded, the circuit breaker will reset after all devices are disconnected or if Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is turned OFF and then back ON. Wait one
minute to allow the circuit breaker to reset before reconnecting devices or turning RAP back ON.

Replacing the Factory Power Outlet With a Cigarette Lighter Receptacle — Requires Replacing Circuit Breaker With Minifuse
Caution: Failure to replace the circuit breaker with a minifuse of the correct rating could overheat the cigarette lighter and damage the vehicle.
Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
It is possible to replace the factory power outlet with a cigarette lighter receptacle, if desired. This requires the factory installed circuit breaker to be replaced
with a standard minifuse. A minifuse will not reset and will have to be replaced if blown.

The circuit breaker CB1, is in the instrument panel fuse block at the end of the driver side of the instrument panel. To access the CB1 circuit breaker, remove
the end panel cover.

Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current
If equipped, this power outlet is on the rear of the front center floor console. It can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150
watts. An indicator light on the outlet turns ON to show it is in use. The light turns ON when the ignition is in ON/RUN, equipment requiring less than 150 watts

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is plugged into the outlet and no system fault is detected.
The indicator light will NOT turn ON when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or if the equipment is not fully seated into the outlet.
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If equipment is connected that uses more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts OFF the power supply and the indicator
light turns OFF.

The power restarts when the device is unplugged for a minimum of 10 seconds and then equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a
system fault is not detected.
The power outlet IS NOT designed for the following:

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Equipment with high initial peak wattage such as: a compressor driven refrigerator, electric power tools, hair dryers, etc.

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Equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply such as: a microcomputer-controlled electric blanket, touch sensor lamps, sensitive electronics,
etc.

Keyless Ignition with Push Button Engine Start/Stop — Keyless Access — Adaptive Remote Start
Keyless Ignition with Push Button Engine Start/Stop

Keyless Ignition with Push Button Engine Start/Stop is standard on all models. There is a key inside of the remote fob that can be accessed by pushing on the
fob release button. This key can unlock the driver door or the passenger door after first removing the cover that conceals the lock cylinder. Refer to: Unlocking
the Door With the Key / Removing the Door Lock Cylinder Cover in this section

Remote Keyless Access
Remote Keyless Access is standard on all models and includes lock, unlock, panic functions and two transmitters.

EZ Key Full Keyless Access
EZ Key Full Keyless Access is standard on the Luxury, Performance and Premium Collections and offers keyless entry to all doors and trunk.

Adaptive Remote Start
Adaptive Remote Start is standard on the Luxury, Performance and Premium Collections and activates the heated seats (if equipped), the climate control
system and the rear defroster.

Unlocking the Door With the Key / Removing the Door Lock Cylinder Cover
To unlock the vehicle using the key, follow this procedure. The procedure is the same for the driver door or the front passenger door.

Notice: To remove the door lock cylinder cover, perform Steps 1–5:

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1.

Press the fob key release button (1).

2.

Separate the key from the fob by pulling the chrome end (1) away from the fob.

3.

Pull back on the door handle (1) and HOLD it in the OPEN position. Insert the key (2) into the opening in the bottom of the cover.

4.

Gently pry the cover loose with the key.

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5.

Remove the cover to gain access to the door lock cylinder.
Notice: To install the door lock cylinder cover, perform Steps 6–10:

6.