Buick 2004 Park Avenue - Manual (Page 70)

Your vehicle has a two-key system. One key is the
master and the other is a valet key.
The master key is used for
the ignition, as well as the
driver’s door lock, trunk
and glove box.
The VALET key is used for
the ignition and the driver’s
door only. It will not open
the trunk or glove box. This
is a theft-deterrent feature.
The VALET key should
always be used when valet
parking your vehicle.
Your vehicle has the PASS-Key ® III vehicle theft
system. Both the master and VALET key have a
transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in
the vehicle’s steering column. If a replacement key
or any additional key is needed, you must purchase this
key from your dealer. The key will have PK3 stamped
on it. Keep the bar code tag that came with the original
keys. Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new
key made.
Any new PASS-Key ® III key must be programmed
before it will start your vehicle. See PASS-Key ®
III Operation on page 2-22 for more information on
programming your new key.
If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar ® System
with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside
the vehicle, OnStar
® may be able to send a command
to unlock your vehicle. See OnStar ® System on
page 2-41 for more information.
Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle,
you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Be sure you have spare keys.
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