Buick Encore: Keys and Locks / Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery

Buick Encore 2020-2025 Owner's Manual / Keys, Doors, and Windows / Keys and Locks / Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery

Note that, for improved vehicle security, the RKE transmitter is equipped with a motion sensor. When starting the vehicle, if the RKE transmitter has been idle for a while, move the RKE transmitter slightly and try starting the vehicle.

When starting the vehicle, if the RKE transmitter battery is depleted or there is signal interference, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED, REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY, or NO REMOTE DETECTED PLACE KEY IN KEY POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE. If any of these messages appear on the DIC, follow the steps below.

To start the vehicle:

Buick Encore. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery

Place the transmitter in the center console front cupholder with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle.
With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP.
Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle

Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer...

Battery Replacement

Warning Never allow children to play with the RKE transmitter. The transmitter contains a small battery, which can be a choking hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death...

Other information:

Buick Encore 2020-2025 Owner's Manual: Ignition Positions

The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. The RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. If the vehicle is not working, the vehicle may be near a strong antenna signal causing interference to the Keyless Access system...

Buick Encore 2020-2025 Owner's Manual: Raising the Seatback

Warning If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. Warning A seat belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash...