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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:28 AM
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Can the remote start and other functions be done with a smartphone app like other GM cars or is it strictly limited to starting only via the key fob?
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:40 AM
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Can the remote start and other functions be done with a smartphone app like other GM cars or is it strictly limited to starting only via the key fob?
Can use the Onstar smart phone app. I have it!
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:46 AM
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Can use the Onstar smart phone app. I have it!
Me too...works great. Very cool app
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:51 AM
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Can use the Onstar smart phone app. I have it!
So, that will start the car from anywhere, right? Can you also adjust the climate control functions and do other things with it?
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:53 AM
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So, that will start the car from anywhere, right? Can you also adjust the climate control functions and do other things with it?
Anywhere you have internet service.

No, when you remote start it it will either turn the AC / Ventilated seats (if you have it) or heat on / heated seats depending on the ambient temperature.

This only applies to Automatic Cars.
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:55 AM
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No, the climate control comes on at the temp you left it at when you shut off the car. You can't change it from the app. There is a setting to alloy the seat heat/cool to come on or not but that setting is on the infotainment screen and also cannot be adjusted from the app.
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Thanks for the replies, guys.
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Hey BMadden,

The OnStar App is really cool! Check out the website for more information; https://www.onstar.com/web/portal/co...lore?tab=2&g=1.

There are so many things that you can now do from your smart phone. You can check your fuel and oil levels too!

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Hey BMadden,

The OnStar App is really cool! Check out the website for more information; https://www.onstar.com/web/portal/co...lore?tab=2&g=1.

There are so many things that you can now do from your smart phone. You can check your fuel and oil levels too!

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I see I can check oil life but not oil level. Am i missing it?
Thanks
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There is no oil level sensor, just life...




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I am sorry, I misspoke!

I was so excited about finding the website and all that the app has to offer. It does only show the Oil life remaining.

Thanks for the picture Glen.

I really want to get this app too!

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Do all models come with remote start capabilities? I don't remember the option showing up anywhere.
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Do all models come with remote start capabilities? I don't remember the option showing up anywhere.
Only automatics
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 07:44 PM
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Ah nice, I ordered an automatic I ordered a 2LT. It will come with that?
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Ah nice, I ordered an automatic I ordered a 2LT. It will come with that?
I know it's a zero cost thing but not sure if it's standard or an option. The Chevy website shows it as a $0 option
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it is standard on every automatic...no action required....
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Once you remote start or turn it on with the app, what do you have to do once you get in the car..... I cant seem to put it in reverse.
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Originally Posted by mrrrkva
Once you remote start or turn it on with the app, what do you have to do once you get in the car..... I cant seem to put it in reverse.
You did not notice you don't have any gauges? you still have to push the start button..the engine is running, but it's not fully energized until you get in the car and start it like normal...go over it again in the manual...
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