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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
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 Key® Immobilizer 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 Key® Immobilizer 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 Key Fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™,
always remember to place the ignition in the OFF
position.
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.
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NOTE:When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys-
tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.
General Information
The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules Part 15
and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors
for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch (and
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop button) for unauthor-
ized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is
armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid
release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the
Vehicle Security Alarm will prevent the vehicle from
starting and provide the following audible and visible
signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn
signals will flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the
instrument cluster will flash.
Rearming Of The System
If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn
off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off
after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will
rearm itself.
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Holder, Coin............................ .286
Hood Release ........................... .195
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................72
Information Center, Vehicle ..................312
Instrument Cluster ....................... .302
Instrument Panel and Controls ................299
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............529
Interior Appearance Care ....................528
Interior Lights .......................... .206
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............208
Introduction ..............................4
Jack Location ........................... .472
Jack Operation .......................... .471Jump Starting
........................... .481
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................33
Keyless Entry System .......................21
Keyless Go ...............................12
Key, Programming .........................18
Key, Replacement ..........................17
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................16
Knee Bolster ..............................57
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................203
Lane Change Assist ....................... .203
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................47
Latches .................................99
Hood ............................... .195
Latch Plate ...............................49
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .441
578 INDEX
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Seat Belts................................43
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........52
And Pregnant Women .....................57
Child Restraint ..........................72
Extender ..............................57
Front Seat .............................47
Inspection .............................97
Operating Instructions ....................48
Pretensioners ...........................55
Rear Seat ..............................47
Untwisting Procedure .....................53
Seats ................................. .177
Adjustment .......................... .177
Easy Entry ........................... .194
Head Restraints ....................... .186
Heated .............................. .181
Height Adjustment ..................... .178
Memory ............................. .190
Power .............................. .178Rear Folding
......................... .189
Seatback Release ....................... .189
Tilting .............................. .178
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............548
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................16
Sentry Key Programming ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................17
Service Assistance ........................ .561
Service Contract ......................... .563
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .305
Service Manuals ......................... .566
Setting the Clock ......................... .342
Shifting ............................... .369
Automatic Transmission ..................369
Shift Lever Override ...................... .486
Shoulder Belts ............................47
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ................52
Side Airbag ..............................66
584 INDEX