Chrysler 200 Convertible 2013 User Manual | Manualsnet (2024)

200 Convertible O W N E R S M A N U A L

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2013 200 C onvertible

13C27-126-AD Third Edition Printed in U.S.A.

FCA US LLC

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, dont drive. Ride with a designated non- drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public trans- portation.

WARNING!

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.

This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or op- tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle.

FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improve- ments to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manu- factured.

Copyright 2016 FCA US LLC

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE

1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

5 STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393

7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419

8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 477

9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485

10 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 495

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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . .6

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . .7

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- ship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.

This Owners Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- tion.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.

Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicles equipment.

The detailed index at the back of this Owners Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owners Manual:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cau- tions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears stamped on the right front door sill under the sill moulding and printed on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.

Vehicle Identification Number

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NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.

Stamped VIN Location

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CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

SENTRY KEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED .18

Rearming 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Convertible Top Operation Button If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

To Unlatch The Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . .26

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Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED .28

How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

TRUNK SAFETY WARNING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Trunk Internal Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . .40

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure . . . . .49

Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions . . . . . .49

Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . .57

Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . .62

Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .91

SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Transporting Passengers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

The authorized dealer that sold you your new 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 keys into the locks with either side up.

Ignition Key Removal

Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key slightly inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key.

Vehicle Key

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NOTE:

If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever into PARK, the key may become trapped tempo- rarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder. If this occurs, place the shift lever in PARK, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a mal- function occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped, but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.

For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, handsfree system (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either door will cancel this feature.

Ignition Switch Positions

1 LOCK 3 ON/RUN 2 ACC (ACCESSORY) 4 START

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For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, handsfree system (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi- tion. 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 Fea- tures) in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information.

WARNING!

Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- move the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.

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WARNING! (Continued) 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.

Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

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Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the drivers door when the key is in the ignition sounds a chime signal to remind you to remove the key.

NOTE:

The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.

With either front door open, and the key in the ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Key- less Entry (RKE) transmitter will not function.

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 ignition keys which have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro- grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start the engine.

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.

During normal operation, after turning the ignition switch to ON/RUN, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains 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

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an invalid key to start the engine. Either of these condi- tions 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 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- ics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- tended.

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not com- patible 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 keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement 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.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). This PIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro- gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro- gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed.

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NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.

Customer Key Programming

You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid Sentry Keys by performing the following proce- dure:

1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.

2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position for at least three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first key.

3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 15 seconds. After ten seconds, a chime will

sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key.

4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is com- plete, the indicator light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off.

The new Sentry Key is programmed. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- grammed during this procedure.

Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key contact your authorized dealer for details.

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NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- tems memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro- grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to your autho- rized dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed.

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 doors and trunk for unauthorized entry and ignition switch 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 signal for about 18 minutes. For the first 3 minutes, the horn will sound intermittently, the head- lights will turn on, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash and the Vehicle Security Light in the cluster will flash. Then the exterior lights will flash for another 15 minutes.

Rearming The System

If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the

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horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself.

To Arm The System

1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle.

2. Lock the door using either the power door lock switch (one door must be open) or the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter (doors can be open or closed), and close all doors.

NOTE: The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors with the manual door lock plungers.

3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash for 16 seconds. This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is opened, the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN,

or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.

NOTE:

During the 16-second arming period, if a door is opened or the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.

Once armed, the Vehicle Security Alarm disables the unlock switch on the driver door trim panel and passenger door trim panel, the trunk release button on the instrument panel, and the HomeLink/Garage Door Opener (if equipped).

To Disarm The System

Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter or insert a valid Sentry Key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON/START position.

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NOTE:

The drivers door key cylinder and the trunk button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during trunk entry. Pressing the trunk button will not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone enters the vehicle through the trunk and opens any door, the alarm will sound.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has oc- curred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

Tamper Alert

If the alarm was triggered, but the warning signals have timed out, the park and taillights flash three times, and the horn will chirp three times, when unlocking the vehicle with a valid RKE transmitter to alert the driver.

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ILLUMINATED ENTRY IF EQUIPPED

The courtesy lights will turn on when you press the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter 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 interior lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN 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 ON position (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)

This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, open the convertible top (if equipped), or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.

NOTE:

The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects when using the RKE transmitter.

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Inserting the key into the ignition switch disables all buttons on the RKE transmitter.

To Unlock The Doors

Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the drivers door or twice to unlock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The Illuminated Entry system (if equipped) will also turn on.

Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First Press

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the drivers door or both doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To change the current setting, proceed as follows:

For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) in Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel for further information.

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For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time.

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- mitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.

NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN- LOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System.

Flash Lights With Lock

The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows:

For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) in Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel for further information.

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For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time.

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- mitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.

NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm acti- vated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System.

Illuminated Approach If Equipped

This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- tures) in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information.

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To Lock The Doors

Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp once to acknowledge the lock signal.

Sound Horn With Lock

This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows:

For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) in Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel for further information.

For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following steps:

1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- mitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time.

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.

NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm acti- vated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System.

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Convertible Top Operation Button If Equipped

Refer to Convertible Top Operation under Under- standing The Features Of Your Vehicle for further infor- mation.

To Unlatch The Trunk

Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times to unlatch the trunk.

Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights turn on, the park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the Illuminated Entry system (if equipped) will turn on.

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater.

NOTE: You may need to be close to the vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the Radio Frequency (RF) noises emitted by the system.

Programming Additional Transmitters

Refer to Sentry Key Customer Key Programming.

If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details.

Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.

NOTE:

Perchlorate Material special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.

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1. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade tool to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.

2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

3. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together.

General Information

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde- sired operation.

Battery Service

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NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions:

1. Weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected life of a battery is five years.

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile or CB radios.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of

approximately 66 ft (20 m).

NOTE:

The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.

Obstructions between the vehicle and the Key Fob may reduce this range.

How To Use Remote Start

All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start:

Shift lever in PARK

Doors closed

Hood closed

Trunk closed

Hazard switch off

Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)

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Ignition key removed from ignition switch

Battery at an acceptable charge level

RKE PANIC button not pressed

System not disabled from previous remote start event

Vehicle theft alarm not active

WARNING!

Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in- jury or death when inhaled.

Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.

Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) If Equipped

The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- turely:

Remote Start Aborted Door Ajar

Remote Start Aborted Hood Ajar

Remote Start Aborted Trunk Ajar

Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low

Remote Start Aborted System Fault

The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned to the RUN position.

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To Enter Remote Start Mode

Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- onds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice (if

programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:

For security, power window operation is disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.

The engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15 minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.

If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and then shut down 10 seconds later.

Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:

The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500

Any engine warning lamps come on

Low Fuel Light turns on

The hood is opened

The hazard switch is pressed

The transmission is moved out of PARK

The brake pedal is pressed

To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle

Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.

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NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the