2012 CHRYSLER 300 remote start

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A Word About Your Keys................. 12
▫Keyless Ignition Node (KIN)............. 12
▫KeyFob ............................ 14
▫Ignition Or Accessory On Message......... 15
Sentry Key.......................... 16
▫Replacement Keys..................... 17
▫Customer Key Programming............. 18
▫General Information................... 18
Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped........ 18▫Rearming Of The System................ 18
▫To Arm The System................... 19
▫To Disarm The System................. 19
Illuminated Entry — If Equipped........... 21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).............. 21
▫To Unlock The Doors.................. 22
▫To Lock The Doors.................... 23
▫To Unlatch The Trunk.................. 24
▫Using The Panic Alarm................. 24
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▫Programming Additional Transmitters...... 24
▫Transmitter Battery Replacement.......... 25
▫General Information................... 26
Remote Starting System — If Equipped....... 26
▫How To Use Remote Start............... 27
Door Locks........................... 29
▫Manual Door Locks................... 29
▫Power Door Locks.................... 31
▫Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors.......................... 32
Keyless Enter-N-Go™................... 34
Windows............................ 38
▫Power Windows...................... 38▫Wind Buffeting....................... 41
Trunk Lock And Release................. 41
Trunk Safety Warning................... 42
▫Trunk Emergency Release............... 43
Occupant Restraints..................... 43
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts.................... 47
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.... 52
▫Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions..... 52
▫Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —
If Equipped......................... 53
▫Energy Management Feature............. 54
▫Seat Belt Pretensioner.................. 54
▫Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ......................... 55
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system
consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter and a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN).
Keyless Enter-N-Go Feature
This vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go
feature, refer to “Starting Procedure” in “Starting And
Operating” for further information.
Keyless Ignition Node (KIN)
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition
switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger
compartment.
The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating
positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START, during start
RUN will illuminate.
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Key Fob
The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in
the rear of the Key Fob.
The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle
should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You
can keep the emergency key with you when valet park-
ing.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch
on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb
and then pull the key out with your other hand.
NOTE:You can insert the double-sided emergency key
into the lock cylinders with either side up.
Emergency Key Removal
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CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition
OFF and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer system prevents unauthor-
ized 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 a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a
RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle.After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN 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 Key Fob 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 by an authorized dealer.
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CAUTION!
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer system is not compat-
ible with some after-market remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the
vehicle. Once a Key Fob 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 Key Fobs.
Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho-
rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a
blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob
is one that has never been programmed.
NOTE:When having the Sentry KeyImmobilizer
system serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to
an authorized dealer.
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To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:
1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to
Starting ProceduresinStarting And Operatingfor
further information).
•For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, make
sure the vehicle ignition system isOFF.
•For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,
make sure the vehicle ignition system isOFFand the
key is physically removed from the ignition.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the
vehicle:
•Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch
with the driver and/or passenger door open.
•Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry
Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the sameexterior zone (refer toKeyless Enter-N-GoinThings To
Know Before Starting Your Vehiclefor further informa-
tion).
•Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of
the following methods:
•Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter.
•Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle (if
equipped, refer toKeyless Enter-N-GoinThings To
Know Before Starting Your Vehiclefor further infor-
mation).
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ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED
The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the
doors or open any door.
This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the
outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds
or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is
cycled to the ON/RUN position from the OFF position.NOTE:•The front courtesy overhead console and door cour-
tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the
Dome ONposition (extreme top position).
•The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the
dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position
(extreme bottom position).
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)
The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors,
open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances
up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key
Fob with RKE transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not
need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
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