Warnings Status
Integrated key programming
status (if equipped)Maximum number of Integrated Keys
exceeded
Cruise On (if equipped) Adaptive Cruise Control warnings
Cruise Off (if equipped)
Set speed and Gap (if
equipped)
Cruise override (if equipped)
Driver intervene (if equipped)
Cruise not available (if
equipped)
Cruise malfunction (if
equipped)
Cruise radar blocked (if
equipped)
Press brake to start (if
equipped)Intelligent Access with Push Button
Start warnings
No fob detected (if equipped)
Shift to park (if equipped)
Restart now or fob is needed
(if equipped)
Accessory power active (if
equipped)
Starting system fault (if
equipped)
Fob programmed, 3 fobs total
(if equipped)
Fob programmed, 4 fobs total
(if equipped)
Max # of fobs learned (if
equipped)
DRIVER DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the driver’s door is not
completely closed.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the passenger side door
is not completely closed.
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PRESS BRAKE TO START (if equipped)— Displayed when the
start/stop button is pressed without the brake pedal being applied. This
is a reminder that the brake pedal must be applied when the start/stop
button is pressed in order to start the engine.
NO FOB DETECTED (if equipped)— Displayed if the Intelligent
Access Key is not detected by the system in the following three
scenarios:
•When the start/stop button is pressed in an attempt to either start the
engine or cycle through the ignition states.
•When the engine is running and a door is opened then closed.
•When the vehicle’s speed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h) for the first time
after starting. Refer toPush button start systemin theDrivingchapter
for more information.
SHIFT TO PARK (if equipped)— Displayed when the start/stop
button is pressed to shut off the engine with the shift select lever in any
position other than P (Park) . Refer toFast restart featureinPush
button start systemin theDrivingchapter for more information.
RESTART NOW OR FOB IS NEEDED (if equipped)— Displayed
when the start/stop button is pressed to shut off the engine and a
Intelligent Access Key is not detected inside the vehicle. Refer toPush
button start systemin theDrivingchapter for more information.
ACCESSORY POWER ACTIVE (if equipped)— Displayed when the
vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.
STARTING SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped)— Displayed to indicate
that there is a potential issue with your engine immobilizer system. Your
vehicle may not start when this message is displayed, and it is
recommended that you take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for
service.
FOB PROGRAMMED 3 FOBS TOTAL (if equipped)— Displayed
during spare key programming, when a third Intelligent Access Key is
programmed to the system.
FOB PROGRAMMED 4 FOBS TOTAL (if equipped)— Displayed
during spare key programming, when a fourth Intelligent Access Key is
programmed to the system.
MAX # OF FOBS LEARNED (if equipped)— Displayed during spare
key programming, after a fourth Intelligent Access Key is programmed or
upon entering spare key programming mode with four Intelligent Access
Keys already programmed to the vehicle.
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exactly as described below, and perform all steps within 30 seconds of
starting the sequence. If any steps are performed out of sequence, stop
and wait for at least one minute before starting again.
Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
1. Place the new unprogrammed Intelligent Access Key in the pocket
inside the glove box.
2. Press the driver or passenger power door unlock control three times.
3. Press and release the brake pedal one time.
4. Press the driver or passenger power door lock control three times.
5. Press and release the brake pedal one time. The indicator on the
Start/Stop button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating that
programming mode has been entered and two programmed Intelligent
Access Keys have been detected in the vehicle.
6. Within one minute, press the start/stop button. A message will be
displayed on the message center indicating that the new Intelligent
Access Key was programmed. If four Intelligent Access Keys have
already been programmed to your vehicle, you cannot program anymore
and the message MAX # OF FOBS LEARNED will be displayed on the
message center.
7. Remove from glove box pocket and press the
orcontrol on the
newly programmed Intelligent Access Keys to exit programming mode.
8. Verify that the remote entry functions operate (lock, unlock) and that
the vehicle starts with new Intelligent Access Key.
If the Intelligent Access Key has been successfully programmed, it can
be used to activate the Intelligent Access with Push Button Start feature
and can be used to start your vehicle.
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM
The perimeter anti-theft system will help protect your vehicle from
unauthorized entry.
If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters or Intelligent Access
Keysare brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting.
Arming the system
When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is
attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the
turn signal lamps and will sound the horn.
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Determining if the system is operational
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to
indicate the condition of the system. Refer to theAirbag readiness
section in theInstrument Clusterchapter. Routine maintenance of the
airbag is not required.
Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the
following:
•The readiness airbag light (same light as for front airbag system) will
either flash or stay lit.
•The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is
switched on.
•A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced
at your an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system
may not function properly in the event of a collision or rollover event.
S.O.S. Post Crash Alert
The S.O.S Post Crash Alert automatically flashes the turn signal lamps
and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of
a serious impact that deploys an airbag (front, side, side curtain or
Safety Canopy™) or the safety belt pretensioners.
The S.O.S. Post Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of the
following actions are taken by the driver or any other person:
•pressing the hazard control button,
•or pressing the panic button on the remote key fob.
The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power.
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles
For disposal of airbags or airbag equipped vehicles, see your authorized
dealer. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety
restraints for children. Also seeAirbag supplemental restraint system
(SRS)in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags.
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Note:When the vehicle is in motion, a single press and release of the
start/stop button will not switch off the engine. In order to switch off the
engine of a vehicle while in motion, press and hold the start/stop button
for at least one second.
Note:The indicator light on the start button will illuminate when the
vehicle is in on mode and when the engine is started.
There may be areas inside your vehicle where the IA Key is not
detected. If the messageNo Fob Detectedappears on your message
center when you press the start/stop button, it may be necessary to
move your IA Key to another area within the vehicle. The IA Key may
not be detected near the roof (between the driver or passenger sunvisor
and the roof, or in the overhead console area) or in the extreme corners
of the rear package tray, near your audio speakers. It is not
recommended that you stow the IA Key in these locations. If you move
the IA Key to a location where it has been detected before and you still
see theNo Fob Detectedmessage, your IA Key’s battery may be low or
you may be in an area with excessive radio frequency interference. If
this occurs, you can use the backup method to start your vehicle (see
below).
Backup Method of Starting:Your
Intelligent Access Key uses a radio
frequency signal to communicate
with your vehicle and authorize your
vehicle to start when you press the
start/stop button and apply the
brake pedal. If excessive radio
frequency interference is present in
the area, or if the battery in your IA
Key is low, it may be necessary to
start your car by inserting the IA
Key in the backup slot, located in
your glove box. Insert the IA Key
into the slot with buttons facing out
and with key ring up. After inserting
the IA Key into the backup slot, use
the start/stop button and brake
pedal to start your vehicle as usual.
The vehicle should respond normally
as long as the IA Key is in the
backup slot in the glove box. Once the vehicle is started, the IA key can
be removed from the backup slot, if desired.
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Fast Restart Feature:The Fast Restart feature allows you to re-start
your vehicle within 20 seconds of switching the vehicle off, if a valid
Intelligent Access Key is not present. When you switch your vehicle off
without a IA Key in the passenger compartment or trunk, the message
Restart Now or Fob Is Neededwill be displayed on the message center.
You can re-start the vehicle (by applying the brake pedal and pressing
the start/stop button) for up to 20 seconds, even though the IA Key is
not present. After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start your
vehicle without the IA Key present inside the vehicle.
Switching the Vehicle Off when not in Park:It is recommended that
you shift into the Park position before switching your vehicle off. If you
switch your vehicle off with the shifter in any position other than Park,
the messageShift to Parkwill be displayed in the message center. If
the vehicle is left in this state, your key in ignition chime will activate
when the driver door is opened, and you may drain your vehicle’s
battery. In order to avoid draining your battery, it is recommended that
you always shift to park before or immediately after switching your
vehicle off.
Absence of the Intelligent Access Key:Once the vehicle has started,
the vehicle will remain running until being commanded off by the
start/stop switch, even if the Intelligent Access Key is no longer found in
the vehicle. Whenever a door is opened and then closed while the
vehicle is running, the system will search for a IA Key inside the vehicle
and the message center will displayNo Fob Detectedif the IA Key is
no longer present. This message is intended as a reminder that someone
else in the vehicle may have taken the IA Key when exiting the vehicle.
If the IA Key is no longer present in the vehicle, you will not be able to
re-start your vehicle outside of theFast Restarttime (seeFast Restart
Featureabove). It is important to be aware of where your IA Key is
located in the vehicle, to avoid becoming stranded without a IA Key.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating
or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
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