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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS .............12
▫ Ignition System ........................12
▫ KeyFob.............................14
▫ Removing Key Fob From Ignition ..........16
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................18
 SENTRY KEY® .........................18
▫ Replacement Keys .....................19
▫ Customer Key Programming ..............20
▫ General Information ....................20

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .21
▫ Rearming Of The System .................21
▫ To Arm The System .....................21
▫ To Disarm The System ...................21
▫ Security System Manual Override ...........22
 ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED ......22
 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) —
IF EQUIPPED ..........................23
▫ Remote Unlock The Doors ...............24
▫ To Lock The Doors .....................26
▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock .........27
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▫Using The Panic Alarm ..................27
▫ RKE Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The
Vehicle) — If Equipped ..................28
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........29
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...........29
▫ General Information ....................30

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . .30
▫ How To Use Remote Start ................31
 DOOR LOCKS .........................34
▫ Manual Door Locks .....................34
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........36
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock ...............37
 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ .................38
WINDOWS ...........................43
▫ Power Windows – If Equipped ............43
▫ Wind Buffeting .......................46
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ................46
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................50
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .....58
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . .58
▫ Center Lap Belts .......................59
▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ......59
▫ Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Mode – If
Equipped ............................60
▫ Energy Management Feature ..............61
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ..................62
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system
consists of a Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter and an Ignition Node Module (IGNM) with
integral ignition switch. You can insert the Fob into the
ignition switch with either side up.
Standard Blade Ignition Key — If Equipped
Your vehicle may use a standard blade key ignition
system. The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle
has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These
numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your
authorized dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these
numbers and keep them in a safe place. You can insert the
double-sided standard blade key into the ignition switch
with either side up.
Ignition System
Your vehicle may be equipped with either an Ignition
Node Module (IGNM) which operates similar to a stan-
dard ignition switch, or a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN)
which 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.
Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped
The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with
detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi-
tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position
is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When
released from the START position, the switch automati-
cally returns to the ON/RUN position.
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NOTE:You can insert the double-sided emergency key
into the lock cylinder with either side up.
Emergency Key Removal (WIN)Emergency Key Removal Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Fob
(KIN)
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Removing Key Fob From Ignition
Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an
automatic transmission). Turn the Key Fob to the OFF
position and then remove the Key Fob.
NOTE:
•For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the power window
switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and
power outlets will remain active for 45 seconds after
the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position.
Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
• For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power
window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active for up to 10
minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF
position. Opening either front door will cancel this
feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
CAUTION!
•
If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your
Key Fob will become locked in the ignition.
• Do not attempt to remove the Key Fob while in this
condition, damage could occur to the Key Fob or
ignition module. Only remove the emergency key
for locking and unlocking the doors.
• Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either:
• Jump Start the vehicle.
• Charge the battery.
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WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and push
ignition button to place ignition in OFF position.
When leaving the vehicle, always lock your ve-
hicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children, and do not
leave Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/
RUN mode. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
• 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 from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the
ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC,
a chime will sound to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
NOTE:
•Keyed Ignition systems will chime in OFF or ACC
when the driver door is open.
• “Keyless Ignition systems will chime in ACC or RUN
when the driver door is open.
• If equipped with Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) the EVIC will display “Key In Ignition”.
SENTRY KEY®
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau-
thorized 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 a factory-mated 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 pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank
if an invalid Key Fob is used to start and operate the
vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if an invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine.
NOTE: A Key Fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key.
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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. 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.
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