2004 DODGE STRATUS SEDAN lock

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CONTENTS
mA Word About Your Keys.................11
NIgnition Key Removal...................11
NAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . .12
NManual Transaxle......................12
NKey-In-Ignition Reminder................12
mSentry Key Ð If Equipped................13
NReplacement Keys......................14
NCustomer Key Programming..............14
NGeneral Information....................15
mIlluminated Entry System.................15
mDoor Locks...........................15NPower Door Locks.....................16
NCentral Locking Ð If Equipped............17
NDoor Ajar Warning.....................17
NAutomatic (Rolling) Door Locks............17
NAutomatic Unlock On Exit Ð Only Available If
Automatic Door Locks Are Enabled.........18
NªChild Protectionº Door Lock System
(Rear Doors)..........................18
mRemote Keyless Entry Ð If Equipped........19
NTo Unlock The Doors...................19
NTo Lock The Doors.....................20
NTo Unlock The Trunk....................20
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NPanic Alarm..........................21
NTo Use The Panic Alarm.................21
NTo Program Additional Transmitters.........21
NGeneral Information....................21
NTransmitter Battery Service...............22
mVehicle Theft Alarm.....................22
NTamper Alert.........................23
NSecurity System Manual Override...........23
mTrunk Lock And Release..................23
mTrunk Safety Warning....................24
NTrunk Internal Emergency Release..........24
mPower Windows........................25
NWind Buffeting........................25
mOccupant Restraints.....................25NLap/Shoulder Belts.....................26
NPretensioners.........................30
NEnhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert)...........................31
NSeat Belts And Pregnant Women............32
NSeat Belt Extender......................32
NDriver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag............33
mEngine Break-In Recommendations..........48
mSafety Tips............................49
NExhaust Gas..........................49
NSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle..............................49
NPeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle....................50
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with
either side up.
The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask
your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe
place.
Ignition Key Removal
Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the
gearshift knob push button has returned to the out
position. Turn the key to the Lock position and remove
the key.
NOTE:If you try to remove the key before you place
the lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo-
rarily in the key cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key
clockwise slightly, then remove the key as described. If a
malfunction occurs, the system may trap the key in the
ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is
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inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but
the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
WARNING!
Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger-
ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could
be injured. Children should be warned not to touch
the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector
lever. Don't leave the keys in the ignition. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System
This system prevents the key from being removed unless
the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of
PARK unless the key is in the OFF or RUN positions.
Manual Transaxle
Depress and hold the release button located between the
ignition switch and the instrument panel. Turn the igni-
tion key to the LOCK position and remove the key.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver's door when the key is in the ignition
and is in the OFF, LOCK, or ACC position, sounds a
signal to remind you to remove the key.
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General Information
The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. this device may not cause harmful interference
2. this device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undes-
ired operation
ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
The interior lights will come on when you open any door,
unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry (if so
equipped) or central unlock (if so equipped). They will
remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors are closed
then fade to off.
The lights also will turn off if you turn on the ignition
after you close all doors.
DOOR LOCKS
WARNING!
For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive and
when you park and leave the vehicle.
WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment may cause severe personal inju-
ries and death.
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Power Door Locks
There is a door lock switch on each front door trim panel
located to the front of the door handle. Press this switch
to lock or unlock the four doors.
If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the
ignition switch, and the driver's door is open, the doors
will not lock.If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door,
the door will lock. Therefore, make sure that the keys are
not inside the vehicle before closing the door.
The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle
until you pull up the lock plungers.
Power Door Lock Switch
Door Lock Plunger
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Central Locking Ð If Equipped
All vehicle doors are locked with the first turn of the key
to the LOCK position. The double activation feature
requires you to turn the key in the cylinder lock two
times within five seconds to UNLOCK all vehicle doors
at once.
Door Ajar Warning
If you move the vehicle and a door is not completely
closed, the word DOOR will replace the odometer dis-
play and a chime will sound once. The odometer display
will reappear once the door is closed.
Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks
The doors will lock automatically, as programmed from
the factory, if:
1. The transaxle is in gear,
2. All doors are closed,
3. Vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h),
4. The accelerator pedal is depressed.The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabled
by performing the following procedure:
1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.
2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUN
and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position.
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3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors.
4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.
Automatic Unlock on Exit Ð Only Available if
Automatic Door Locks are Enabled
This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver's
door is opened and the ignition switch is in the LOCK
position. This function is disabled as delivered from the
factory. Automatic Unlock on Exit can be enabled or
disabled by performing the following procedure:1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.
2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUN
and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position.
3. Depress the power door lock switch to unlock the
doors.
4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.
ªChild Protectionº Door Lock System (Rear
Doors)
To provide a safer environment for small children riding
in the rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the
ªchild-protectionº door lock system.
To use the system, open each rear door and use a key to
move the control near the door latch UP to the ªEngageº
position as shown on the door label. When the system on
a door is engaged, that door can be opened only by using
the outside door handle. This will occur even though the
inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
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