To use the Chevy remote start app, known as the myChevrolet mobile app, tap one of the remote command icons that appear on the home screen, then hold until the app indicates that the request is complete.

Remote connect apps are one of the most convenient features available on newer, more tech-savvy cars. You can make sure your car is locked from longer distances, warm it up or cool it down before your commute, and find your car in a busy parking lot in record time.

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How to start your Chevy remotely through the myChevrolet app

The Chevrolet remote connect app, known as the myChevrolet mobile app, can be used to send a variety of different commands to your Chevy. To start your Chevy remotely, first download the myChevrolet app from the App Store. Then, create an account using your GM account email, which is the one you gave when you bought the vehicle, and password.

Once you’re in, you will see the commands available for your particular vehicle and plan displayed on the home screen—though you may be able to find more in the “View More” screen. Hold down the “start” button until your app prompts you to let go. The car will start and continue running for fifteen minutes before it turns off again.

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How to turn your Chevy off remotely

If you want to turn off your car once you’ve started it remotely, good news! You can do that from your phone too.

All you have to do is press “Stop” on the home screen, and hold it down until the app alerts you to let go.

Other myChevrolet features

The myChevrolet app also comes with a ton of features beyond just start and stop. Other remote controls include:

Lock and unlock doors: Use the app to lock or unlock your doors from any distance.

Honk horn or flash lights: There are also controls for the horn and lights on your remote app, making your Chevy easier to find in the grocery store parking lot.

Vehicle status: Check your fuel range and efficiency, tire pressure, oil life, odometer, and more.

Navigation: Find your car's location on a map, or send turn-by-turn directions to your vehicle.

Vehicle service: View your car's maintenance schedule; make, view, and edit appointments; and receive updates when you should take in your Chevy to be serviced.

Roadside assistance: Call for roadside assistance straight from the app and keep an eye on their progress.

You can use the myChevrolet app from both your smartphone and your smartwatch. Plus, if you have more than one Chevy, you can track them all in the “Garage” feature of the app, where you can switch between cars you want to communicate with.

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Is Chevy’s remote start app free?

While the app itself is free to download, the service is a paid one that operates on a subscription model. In other words, in order to actually use the app to start your car remotely, you’ll have to pay a monthly or annual rate.

While drivers who purchase a car with the capability will automatically receive a basic plan that includes some of the features the myChevrolet app is capable of, those who want to use the remote start feature will have to pay for the Access plan.

The basic plan that comes at no extra charge will be valid for ten years and includes:

4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot Compatibility

Chevrolet Smart Driver insights and analytics

Preferred Dealer settings

Trailering features and checklist

Vehicle service schedule and checklist

Searchable Chevy owner’s manual

OnStar and Chevrolet support

The Access plan, on the other hand, is what allows you to use features like:

Remote engine start/stop and remote lock/unlock

Check vehicle status

Vehicle location

Navigation integration

This plan costs $14.99 per month.

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Which Chevrolet vehicles have remote start?

If you’re looking for a Chevrolet equipped with technology that is compatible with the myChevrolet app, there are quite a few options out there for you. The feature doesn’t come standard on all trim levels, however—here’s a quick guide to the models that do feature remote start.

Model	Available on (model years)	2022 trim levels with standard remote start
Chevrolet Avalanche	2010 and newer	LT, LTZ
Chevrolet Impala	2010 and newer	LT, Premier, 3LT, 1LTZ, 2LTZ,
Chevrolet Tahoe	2010 and newer	2LT, 3LT, LTZ, and Hybrid
Chevrolet Camaro	2011 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Cruze	2011 and newer	LT, 2LT
Chevrolet Express	2011 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Silverado	2011 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Traverse	2012 and newer	2LT, LTZ
Chevrolet Volt	2012 and newer	Al trim levels
Chevrolet Malibu	2013 and newer	LT, Premier
Chevrolet Suburban	2014 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Spark EV	2014 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Spark	2015 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Bolt EV	2017 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Bolt EUV	2021 and newer	All trim levels
Chevrolet Silverado EV	2023	All trim levels
Chevrolet Equinox EV	2023	All trim levels
Chevrolet Blazer EV	2023	All trim levels
Chevrolet Blazer	2023	All trim levels

If you have or want a Chevy that doesn’t come with remote start standard or as an option, you can buy and install both remote start and

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separately.

Key Takeaway While remote start doesn’t come standard on all recent Chevy models, it does on many. For many other models, remote start is an optional add-on.

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