{"id":2180,"date":"2024-09-18T12:23:54","date_gmt":"2024-09-18T12:23:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pluschargo.com\/?p=2180"},"modified":"2024-09-18T12:23:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-18T12:23:54","slug":"how-to-turn-off-gm-extended-parking-feature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/motor.elfotograma.com\/en\/how-to-turn-off-gm-extended-parking-feature\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Turn Off GM Extended Parking Feature"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"responsive-two-columns\">\n<div>\n<p>The Extended Parking feature in modern GM vehicles automatically shuts off the engine after a set period to reduce emissions and prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in enclosed spaces. While this feature is designed to enhance safety, there are instances where drivers may prefer to keep the engine running. Here&#8217;s a comprehensive guide to understanding and disabling the Extended Parking feature in GM vehicles.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Taba de contenidos:<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/motor.elfotograma.com\/en\/how-to-turn-off-gm-extended-parking-feature\/#Reasons_for_Disabling_Extended_Parking\" title=\"Reasons for Disabling Extended Parking\">Reasons for Disabling Extended Parking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/motor.elfotograma.com\/en\/how-to-turn-off-gm-extended-parking-feature\/#How_to_Turn_Off_GM_Extended_Parking_Feature\" title=\"How to Turn Off GM Extended Parking Feature?\">How to Turn Off GM Extended Parking Feature?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disabling_Extended_Parking\"><\/span>Disabling Extended Parking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To disable the Extended Parking feature, follow these simple steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Locate the Engine Start\/Stop Button:<\/strong> Identify the engine start\/stop button on the dashboard or center console.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Press and Hold the Button:<\/strong> Press and hold the engine start\/stop button until the driver information center displays &#8220;automatic shutdown off.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This will disable the Extended Parking feature on newer GM vehicles with the Global B electronic architecture, including models from 2020 onwards.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_for_Disabling_Extended_Parking\"><\/span>Reasons for Disabling Extended Parking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are several reasons why drivers may want to disable the Extended Parking feature:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Maintaining Climate Control:<\/strong> Keeping the air conditioning running to cool pets or maintain a comfortable climate in the vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Waiting in Extended Lines or Surveillance:<\/strong> Keeping the engine running to provide comfort or power while waiting in extended lines or conducting surveillance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Specific Vehicle Requirements:<\/strong> Some vehicles may require the engine to remain running for proper operation of specialized equipment or systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> GM Authority strongly advises against leaving pets alone in vehicles, regardless of the Extended Parking feature&#8217;s status.<\/p>\n<h3>Additional Tips<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>The location of the engine start\/stop button and the specific wording of the option may vary slightly depending on the GM vehicle model and year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Some GM vehicles may not have the option to disable Extended Parking.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Disabling Extended Parking may increase fuel consumption.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>It is recommended to consult with a qualified mechanic if you encounter any difficulties while performing this process.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Turn_Off_GM_Extended_Parking_Feature\"><\/span>How to Turn Off GM Extended Parking Feature?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>1. What is the GM Extended Parking Feature?<\/h3>\n<p>The GM Extended Parking Feature automatically shuts off the engine after a set period to conserve fuel and prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.<\/p>\n<h3>2. How to Disable the Extended Parking Feature?<\/h3>\n<p>To disable Extended Parking, press and hold the engine start button until the driver information center displays &#8220;automatic shutdown off.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>3. Why Disable the Extended Parking Feature?<\/h3>\n<p>Drivers may want to disable Extended Parking to keep pets cool in the car with the AC running, maintain climate control for other reasons, wait in extended lines, or provide climate comfort in stationary vehicles.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Precautions for Disabling Extended Parking Feature?<\/h3>\n<p>GM Authority strongly advises against leaving pets alone in vehicles, regardless of the Extended Parking feature&#8217;s status.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<img decoding=\"async\" onerror=\"this.src='https:\/\/motor.elfotograma.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/.\/chatgpt-image-15-abr-2025-11-09-16-p-m.webp'\" src=\"https:\/\/motor.elfotograma.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG\/how-to-turn-off-gm-extended-parking-feature.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-turn-off-gm-extended-parking-feature\" \/><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Feature<\/th>\n<th>Advice\/Key Points<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Engine Shut Off<\/td>\n<td>Automatically shuts off engine after 20 minutes (without key fob) or 1 hour (with key fob present)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Purpose<\/td>\n<td>Reduces emissions and prevents carbon monoxide poisoning<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Disabling Extended Parking<\/td>\n<td>Press and hold engine start button until driver information center displays &#8220;automatic shutdown off&#8221; (for newer GM vehicles with Global B electronic architecture)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Reasons for Disabling<\/td>\n<td>Keeping pets cool, maintaining climate control, waiting in lines, providing climate comfort<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Warning<\/td>\n<td>Do not leave pets alone in vehicles, regardless of Extended Parking status<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Extended Parking feature in modern GM vehicles automatically shuts off the engine after a set period to reduce emissions and prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in enclosed spaces. 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