Chevrolet 2002 Monte Carlo, Owner'S Manual, Page: 79 / 387

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Disabling the Trunk Release Sensor
A. Sensor Lens
B. Disable Button
Because the sensor detects motion, there are times when
you may want to turn off the trunk sensor so that the
motion of your vehicle or items in the trunk won’t cause
the trunk to open, such as the following:
D When your vehicle is transported on a car ferry,
D when your vehicle is towed, or
D when you will be loading items through the opening
in the split folding rear seat (if equipped).
Next to the sensor lens, there is a disable button you
can use to turn off the trunk release sensor. To turn
off the sensor, turn the ignition to ON and press the
button next to the lens for two seconds. The horn
will chirp once when the sensor is turned off. When
the sensor is off, the light in the button will flash. The
TRUNK OPEN message in the message center will flash
for one minute each time the ignition is turned on as
a reminder that the sensor is turned off. See “Trunk
Open Message” in the Index.
To turn the sensor on again, press the button again
or open the trunk. When the trunk is opened, the
sensor is automatically turned back on. If the sensor is
turned back on with the disable button the horn will
chirp twice.
Servicing the Trunk Release Sensor
The sensor lens should be inspected periodically.
If the lens is dirty, wipe it gently with a clean, soft
cotton cloth.
If there is an electrical problem with the sensor, the
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message will appear in the
message center. There are other possible reasons for this
message to appear. Be sure to see your dealer as soon as
possible. See “Service Vehicle Soon Message” in the
Index for more information.