Pontiac 1999 Grand Prix, Owner'S Manual

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To change the mode do the following:
1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming
Mode” listed previously.
2. Turn the interior lamps dial all the way clockwise
and then back slightly counterclockwise.
3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number
of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set
for. You change the mode by turning the interior
lamps dial all the way clockwise and then back
slightly counterclockwise.
4. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes
that matches the mode you want.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
earlier in this section or program the next feature
available on your vehicle.
Automatic Door Locks
With Automatic Door Locks, all doors will
automatically lock when you shift out of PARK (P) and
automatically unlock when the ignition is turned to OFF.
To customize these features to your preference, see
“Programmable Modes” following.
Programmable Modes
Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the
following modes.
Mode 1: Both Features Off (Automatic door locking
and unlocking are disabled.) You will always need to
lock your doors manually, before driving to increase
occupant safety.
D All doors will lock when you press the power door
lock switch rearward or when you press LOCK on
the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
D All doors will unlock when you press the power door
lock switch forward or when you press UNLOCK on
the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
Mode 2: Automatic Door Locking Only
D Automatic Door Unlocking: The automatic door
unlock feature is turned off.
D Automatic Door Locking: Shift out of PARK (P)
with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed, all
doors will lock automatically.