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Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The recommended replacement battery is 
CR2032.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a 
battery obtained from Mopar. Aftermarket 
coin battery dimensions may not meet the 
original OEM coin battery dimensions.
Perchlorate Material – special handling may 
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-
ouswaste/perchlorate.
1. Push the mechanical key release button  and release the mechanical key to access 
the battery case screw located on the side 
of the key fob.
2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the  key fob using a small screwdriver.
 Key Fob Screw Location
3. Take out the battery case. Remove and  replace the battery observing its polarity.
4. Refit the battery case inside the key fob and  turn the screw to lock it into place.
Programming And Requesting Additional Key 
Fobs  
Programming the key fob may be performed by 
an authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it 
cannot be re-purposed and reprogrammed to 
another vehicle. Duplication of keys may be performed at an 
authorized dealer. The VIN is required for 
authorized dealer replacement of keys.
NOTE:
Only keys that have been programmed to the 
vehicle electronics can be used to start the 
vehicle. Once a Sentry Key has been 
programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be 
programmed to any other vehicle. When having 
the Sentry Key Immobilizer system serviced, 
bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized 
dealer.
WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the 
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the 
vehicle unattended.
Always remember to place the ignition in 
the OFF mode.2
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SENTRY KEY  
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents 
unauthorized 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 ignition keys which have an 
embedded electronic chip (transponder) to 
prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. 
Therefore, only keys that are programmed to 
the vehicle can be used to start and operate the 
vehicle.
If the vehicle security light is on after the key is 
placed in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, it 
indicates that there is a problem with the 
electronics.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle 
have been programmed to the vehicle 
electronics.NOTE:
A key which has not been programmed is also 
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit 
the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle 
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IGNITION SWITCH    
1. Place the gear selector in PARK.
2. Rotate the key to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) 
position.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch  lock cylinder.
Ignition Switch Positions
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not 
compatible with some aftermarket remote 
starting systems. Use of these systems may 
result in vehicle starting problems and loss of 
security protection.
1 — STOP (OFF/LOCK)
2 — MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)
3 — AVV (START)
WARNING!
Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the 
transmission into PARK, apply the parking 
brake, and remove the key fob from the 
vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always 
lock your vehicle. In case you switch off the 
vehicle and the transmission is not in 
PARK, a warning message will appear on 
the cluster which suggests you to shift the 
transmission into PARK and, then, you can 
remove the key within 15 seconds. If 
15 seconds expire, you have to rotate the 
key from the OFF/LOCK position to the ON/
RUN position and come back to the OFF/
LOCK position in order to remove the key.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or 
with access to an unlocked vehicle. 
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of 
reasons. A child or others could be seriously 
or fatally injured. Children should be 
warned not to touch the parking brake, 
brake pedal or the gear selector.
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Heated Seats
................................................... 20Heater, Engine Block....................................... 59Hill Start Assist.............................................. 148Hitches Trailer Towing.............................................. 78Hood Prop........................................................ 37Hood Release.................................................. 37
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Ignition............................................................ 12Key....................................................... 10, 12Switch......................................................... 12Ignition Key Removal....................................... 12Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................................. 12Inside Rearview Mirror..................................... 25Instrument Cluster.................................... 43, 44Descriptions................................................ 55Display........................................................ 44Display Controls.......................................... 45Engine Oil Reset.......................................... 46Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.................... 253Interior And Instrument Lights......................... 29Interior Appearance Care............................... 253Interior Lights.................................................. 29iPod Control..................................................... 40iPod/USB/MP3 Control................................... 40Bluetooth Streaming Audio......................... 40
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Jack Location................................................ 194Jack Operation.............................................. 194Jacking And Tire Changing............................ 194Jump Starting............................................... 204
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Key FobProgramming Additional Key Fobs
............... 11Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)............................................................... 11Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)............................................................... 11Keys................................................................. 10Replacement............................................... 11Sentry (Immobilizer).................................... 12
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Lane Change Assist......................................... 28Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 155Latches......................................................... 187Hood............................................................ 37Leaks, Fluid.................................................. 187Life Of Tires................................................... 245Light Bulbs........................................... 187, 213Lights............................................................ 187Air Bag................................................49, 186Brake Assist Warning............................... 147
Brake Warning.............................................49Bulb Replacement.................................... 213Cruise..........................................................55Daytime Running.........................................27Engine Temperature Warning......................51Exterior.............................................. 27, 187Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 188Headlights...................................................27Interior.........................................................29Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..........54Park......................................................28, 55Passing........................................................28Seat Belt Reminder.....................................52Service...................................................... 213Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS).............. 149Traction Control........................................ 147Turn Signals....................................... 55, 187Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions.....................................51, 55Loading Vehicle......................................... 75, 76Capacities....................................................76Tires.......................................................... 239LocksPower Door..................................................14Low Tire Pressure System............................. 149Lubrication, Body.......................................... 225Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 25511
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........................................... 11Replacement Tires......................................... 245Reporting Safety Defects............................... 264Restraints, Child............................................ 170Restraints, Head.............................................. 21Rotation, Tires............................................... 250
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle......................... 185Safety Checks Outside Vehicle...................... 187Safety Defects, Reporting.............................. 264Safety Information, Tire................................. 234Safety Tips..................................................... 185Safety, Exhaust Gas....................................... 185Satellite Radio............................................... 101Schedule, Maintenance................................. 217Seat Belts............................................ 154, 185Adjustable Shoulder Belt........................... 157Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 157Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt  Anchorage............................................. 157Child Restraints......................................... 170Energy Management Feature.................... 159Front Seat.............................. 154, 155, 156Inspection................................................. 185Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 156Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting...................157Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 155Operating Instructions............................... 156Pregnant Women...................................... 159
Pretensioners........................................... 159Rear Seat................................................. 155Reminder............................................52, 154Seat Belt Pretensioner............................. 159Untwisting Procedure............................... 157Seats............................................................... 17Adjustment.................................................. 17Heated......................................................... 20Rear Folding................................................ 17Tilting........................................................... 17Security System............................................... 13Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze).................. 259Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................................. 12Service Assistance........................................ 262Service Contract........................................... 263Service Manuals........................................... 264Settings, Audio.............................................. 105Shift Lever Override...................................... 209ShiftingAutomatic Transmission.............................. 63Shoulder Belts.............................................. 155Signals, Turn...........................................55, 187Sirius Satellite Radio..................................... 101Favorites................................................... 104Replay...................................................... 102SiriusXM Satellite RadioBrowse in SXM......................................... 104Favorites................................................... 104Replay...................................................... 102Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................ 249
Snow Tires.................................................... 246Spare Tires........................................... 247, 248Spark Plugs................................................... 259SpecificationsFuel (Gasoline).......................................... 259Oil............................................................. 259Speed ControlCancel..........................................................70Speed Control (Cruise Control).........................68Starting............................................................58Automatic Transmission..............................58Cold Weather...............................................58Engine Fails To Start....................................59Steering...........................................................23Power....................................................67, 68Tilt Column...................................................23Wheel, Tilt....................................................23Steering Wheel Audio Controls...................... 142Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls........................................................ 142Storage............................................................38Storage, Vehicle..................................... 33, 251Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 251Sun Visor Extension.........................................27Sway Control, Trailer..................................... 149Synthetic Engine Oil...................................... 224
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