2009 CHRYSLER 300 C immobilizer

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A Word About Your Keys................. 12
▫Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)............ 12
▫FOB With Integrated Key............... 13
▫Ignition Key Removal.................. 14
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder............... 15
Sentry KeyImmobilizer System........... 15
▫Replacement Keys..................... 16
▫Customer Key Programming............. 17
▫General Information................... 18Vehicle Security Alarm System — If Equipped . . 18
▫Rearming Of The System................ 18
▫To Arm The System................... 18
▫To Disarm The System................. 19
Illuminated Entry System................. 20
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).............. 20
▫To Unlock The Doors.................. 21
▫To Lock The Doors.................... 23
▫To Unlatch The Trunk.................. 24
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Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the
ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the
key.
NOTE:The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds
when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC
position.
SENTRY KEYIMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer system prevents unautho-
rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses the factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter with integrated key and Wireless Igni-
tion Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion. Therefore, only RKE transmitters that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operatethe vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if an invalid RKE transmitter is used to start the
engine.
After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the
Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check,
it indicates that someone used an invalid RKE transmitter
to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in
the engine being shut off after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec-
onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.
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NOTE:
•The Sentry KeyImmobilizer system is not compatible
with aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these
systems may result in vehicle starting problems and
loss of security protection.
•Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional RKE transmit-
ters, or any other transponder-equipped components
on the same key chainwill notcause a fault unless the
additional part isphysically held against the RKE
transmitterbeing used to start the vehicle. Cell
phones, pagers, or other Radio Frequency (RF) elec-
tronics will not cause interference with this system.
All of the RKE transmitters provided with your new
vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only RKE transmitters that are programmed to
the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operatethe vehicle. Once an RKE transmitter is programmed to a
vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is
required for authorized dealer replacement of RKE trans-
mitters. Duplication of RKE transmitters may be per-
formed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer
Key Programming procedure. This procedure consists of
programming a blank RKE transmitter to the vehicle
electronics. A blank RKE transmitter is one that has never
been programmed.
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NOTE:When having the Sentry KeyImmobilizer
system serviced, bring all vehicle RKE transmitters with
you to an authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
If you have two valid RKE transmitters with integrated
keys, you can program new RKE transmitters to the
system by performing the following procedure:
1. Insert the first valid integrated key into the ignition
switch and turn the ignition switch to the ON position for
at least three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and
remove the first key.
2. Insert the second valid integrated key and turn the
ignition switch to the ON position within 15 seconds.
After 10 seconds, a chime will sound and the Vehicle
Security Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK position and remove the second key.3. Insert a blank integrated key into the ignition switch
and turn the ignition switch to the ON position within
60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound
and the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing, turn on
again for three seconds, and then turn off.
The new integrated key is programmed.The Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro-
grammed during this procedure.
Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you
do not have a programmed RKE transmitter with inte-
grated key, contact your authorized dealer for details.
NOTE:If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized
dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys-
tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost key from
starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be
reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an
authorized dealer at the time of service to be
reprogrammed.
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Hands-Free Phone (UConnect) .............. 94
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 335
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 404
Head Restraints......................... 130
Headlight Washers....................... 442
Headlights............................ 471
Automatic........................... 140
Bulb Replacement...................... 469
Cleaning............................ 457
Delay.............................. 142
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 145
Lights On Reminder.................... 143
On With Wipers....................141,148
Passing............................. 145
Switch.............................. 139
Time Delay.......................... 142
Washers............................. 442Heated Mirrors.......................... 93
Heated Seats........................... 131
Heater............................... 298
Heater, Engine Block..................... 318
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 145
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 392
Holder, Coin........................... 198
Holder, Cup........................... 197
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 185
Hood Release.......................... 138
Ignition............................... 14
Key ...............................12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint........................68,69
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 218
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Information Center, Vehicle................. 221
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 89
Instrument Cluster....................208,210
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 207
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 458
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 459
Interior Appearance Care.................. 456
Interior Fuses.......................... 459
Interior Lights.......................... 146
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 147
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 406
Jack Operation.......................... 409
Jacking Instructions...................... 409
Jump Starting.......................... 417
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keyless Go.......................12,232,314
Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System..................... 292
Knee Bolster............................ 54
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 144
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 44
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren).....72,73
Latch Plate............................. 46
Latches................................ 81
Hood............................... 138
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 379
Leaks, Fluid............................ 81
Life of Tires............................ 363
Light Bulbs..........................81,467
INDEX 521
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Power.............................. 128
Rear Folding......................... 133
Reclining............................ 129
Seatback Release....................... 133
Tilting.............................. 128
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............18,217
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........446,481
Selection of Oil......................... 435
Self-Sealing Tires........................ 366
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 503
Service Contract......................... 505
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 220
Service Manuals........................ 507
Setting the Clock.............242,244,258,262,271
Settings, Personal........................ 236Shifting............................... 318
Automatic Transmission............318,323,328
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 49
Shoulder Belts........................... 44
Side Airbag...........................55,62
Side Curtain (Window Airbag)............... 55
Side View Mirror Adjustment................ 90
Signals, Turn......................81,144,210
Sirius Backseat TV™..................... 293
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 334
SmartBeams........................... 141
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 366
Snow Tires............................ 367
Sound System
Kicker.............................. 292
Spare Tire..........................361,406
Spark Plugs............................ 481
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 481
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