Disarming An Armed System/Silencing An Alarm

2002 Chevrolet Impala LSSECTION Disarming An Armed System/Silencing An Alarm
NOTE: Using power door unlock switch or manually unlocking doors does not disable CTD arm mode. Also, disconnecting battery or pulling fuses does not disable arm mode, since BCM stores CTD mode status in memory.

If system arming has been requested by power door lock switch or RKE transmitter, it must be disarmed.

To disarm CTD system in standby mode (SECURITY indicator flashing and door(s) open), perform one of following:

  • Press either power door unlock switch.
  • Use a key to unlock either front door.
  • Press UNLOCK button on RKE transmitter.
  • Turn ignition switch to RUN position.

To disarm CTD system in armed mode or when activated (alarming mode):

  • Use key to unlock either front door.
  • Press UNLOCK button on RKE transmitter.
  • Turn ignition switch to RUN position.

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