This is normal operation. Unlocking the door manually with the key will set off the alarm.
I believe it will. But that also means your car is not protected.how about if i lock the door with the key. will that then not activate the alarm and give me the ability to unlock without the alarm going off?
IIRC, the only way to do it that doesn't activate the alarm is to use the key to lock it. I use the plunger to lock/arm mine all the time. I confirm this by watching the red light on the dash. At least that's how it works for the driver's door. The other doors seem to behave a little differently.If you lock the doors with the button on the dash or the plungers on the door it will not activate your alarm, so you won't have to worry about setting it off when you use your key in the door.
I know for sure that unlocking the door with the key on my 2014 Cruze LS will cause the alarm to sound. Maybe it's different for the Canadian models.It doesn't set off the alarm, I use the lock button on the dash and unlock with the key every day to avoid making noise. If it did, my neighbors would tell me all about it because I leave for work at 4:30am haha
Maybe it's different for a 2011, but the 2014 Owners manual says the only way to lock the car and not set the alarm is to use the key. It's on page 2-16.It doesn't set off the alarm, I use the lock button on the dash and unlock with the key every day to avoid making noise. If it did, my neighbors would tell me all about it because I leave for work at 4:30am haha
LOL that list of what different years of the Cruze is capable of just keeps getting bigger. Maybe it's a regional thing like 1LT hubcaps and LTZ wheels on RS package.Maybe it's different for a 2011, but the 2014 Owners manual says the only way to lock the car and not set the alarm is to use the key. It's on page 2-16.
No sensor for it. It looks like the UK version gets an ultrasonic sensor to protect the interior.If you hit that tempered glass with an ice pick, will shatter it into a million pieces, and the alarm will not go off.
I knew I could count on CruzeTalk to help me out. Thank you. I will order key fobs and do what you suggested and let you know which fix worked for me.Welcome Aboard!
Sorry about your loss.
You could do a few things:
Buy one of these and then swap the board and swap out the cut blade for an uncut one. Use XR's tutorial for that. (I did not veriy that the fobs match yours in particular, but these same sellers will probably have the others as well.)
New Uncut 5 Button 433MHz With ID46 Chip Remote Control Key Fob for Chevrolet Cruze 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Read the fine print in this ad before buying: 2010- 2014 Cruze (Models WITHOUT Proximity Entry & WITHOUT Remote Start) - even though the remote has five buttons.
3 Buttons Replacement Remote Car Key Fob ID46 315mhz Fit For Chevrolet Cruze 2010-2015 Replacement Refit Car Key
Car Key Blank Uncut Blade For Chevrolet Cruze Buick Excelle Regal Lacrosse Remote Key (71#)
This one might be the correct one, just email the seller to get confirmation before buying. That way if it doesn't work, you can get a refund (or partial) without returning it.
5 Button New Replacement Flip Key Folding Remote Key Fob for Chevrolet Equinox Cruze 433MHz Uncut Blade
or do like I did and bought one of these and had the dealer cut it. Cost me $200 and change for the cut.
Brand New Uncut High Security Laser Sidemill Transponder Chip Key fits GM (Fits: Camaro)
Then you need to program the new key to the car:
You can use the old fob. Get in the car, close the doors, put the old, programmed fob in the ignition and turn it to on for a second then then off again. Remove the old key. Within 10 seconds, put the new fob in the ignition and turn it to on then off again. It should now be programmed. This will not unlearn any old fobs. You can have up to 8 keys programmed to the car.You can also program a new key without an old key. It takes 30 minutes. No old key fobs can be near the car when you do this, and the old key fobs will no longer work. To do it, get in the car, close the door, put the new key in the ignition and turn it to on (without starting the car). Let it sit for 10 minutes until the security light turns off. Turn the ignition to off and wait 5 seconds. Repeat this procedure two more times (total of 3 cycles). Remove the key. Start the car with the new key. The new key should be programmed and all old keys will no longer work. You can now add additional new keys using the first procedure.
Or go to a hardware store/lockshop and purchase an aftermarket setup.
I just got what your handle means...ROFL. I will try and get an answer for the TPMS tomorrow, gotta go.I knew I could count on CruzeTalk to help me out. Thank you. I will order key fobs and do what you suggested and let you know which fix worked for me.
My Cruze did have the 'possessed' electrical problems a couple years back. It was the recall with the negative battery cable problem. Got that taken care of and all was good until the possessed key fob came into play.
I forgot one other problem with the TPMS. My dash light for low tire pressure came on, and indicated that my driver front tire was at 26 psi. I stopped at a station for air (you know how those air gauges work, or don't work, if they even give you air!) and put about 10 lbs in to get it home where I could check the air pressure correctly. When I got in the car, the air pressure in the front tire still read 26 and the back driver tire read 48. Every time now it says the front is low, I put air in the back, and it brings the front reading up. I can put the correct air pressure in my own tires, but does this need to be looked at or is there a fix for the TPMS? Thanks, again. Rebecca
After reading your post with a fresh mind, it looks like whoever installed your tires last did not correctly match the tires to the system. Take it back and have then=m relearn the tire positions.My dash light for low tire pressure came on, and indicated that my driver front tire was at 26 psi. I stopped at a station for air (you know how those air gauges work, or don't work, if they even give you air!) and put about 10 lbs in to get it home where I could check the air pressure correctly. When I got in the car, the air pressure in the front tire still read 26 and the back driver tire read 48. Every time now it says the front is low, I put air in the back, and it brings the front reading up. I can put the correct air pressure in my own tires, but does this need to be looked at or is there a fix for the TPMS? Thanks, again. Rebecca