2013 CHRYSLER 300 SRT immobilizer

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 unattended.
• 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.2
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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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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating..................448
GVWR ................................ .448
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising,
or Shallow Standing Water .................391
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................452
Headlights ............................. .520
Automatic ........................... .199
Cleaning ............................ .508
Delay ............................... .199
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........204
Lights On Reminder .....................202
On With Wipers ....................... .199
Passing ............................. .204
Switch .............................. .198
Time Delay ........................... .199
Washers ............................. .490
Headlight Washers ....................... .490Head Restraints
......................... .187
Head Rests ............................. .187
Heated Mirrors ...........................112
Heated Seats ............................ .182
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .374
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .204
Hill Start Assist .......................... .405
Holder, Coin ............................ .287
Hood Release ........................... .196
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................72
Information Center, Vehicle ..................311
Instrument Cluster ....................... .301
Instrument Panel and Controls ................299
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............509
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INDEX 565

Interior Appearance Care....................507
Interior Lights .......................... .207
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............210
Introduction ..............................4
Jump Starting ........................... .464
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................34
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 ................204
Lane Change Assist ....................... .204Lap/Shoulder Belts
.........................48
Latches .................................99
Hood ............................... .196
Latch Plate ...............................49
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .440
Leaks, Fluid ..............................99
Life of Tires ............................ .428
Light Bulbs ..............................98
Lights ..................................98
Airbag ................................65
Alarm .............................. .307
Anti-Lock ............................ .307
Automatic Headlights ....................199
Brake Assist Warning ....................408
Brake Warning ........................ .307
Bulb Replacement ...................... .520
Daytime Running ...................... .202
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................203
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....408
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Height Adjustment..................... .179
Memory ............................. .191
Power .............................. .179
Rear Folding ......................... .190
Seatback Release ....................... .190
Tilting .............................. .179
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............524
Selection of Oil .......................... .481
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................16
Sentry Key Programming ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................17
Service Assistance ........................ .547
Service Contract ......................... .550
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .304
Service Manuals ......................... .552
Setting the Clock ......................... .348
Shifting ............................... .375
Automatic Transmission ..................375 Shoulder Belts
............................48
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ................52
Side Airbag ..............................67
Side View Mirror Adjustment .................109
Signals, Turn .............................98
SmartBeams ............................ .200
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................430
Snow Tires ............................. .424
Spare Tire .............................. .425
Spark Plugs ............................ .524
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .524
Oil................................. .524
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................220
Speedometer ............................ .305
Starting .................................26
Automatic Transmission ..................370
Cold Weather ......................... .372
572 INDEX