2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owners Manual Guide

SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . 117 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . 215 STARTING AND OPERATING . 277 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . 359 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 415 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . 439 INDEX 447 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction . 4 How To Use This Manual 4 Warnings And Cautions . 6 Vehicle Identification Number .

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6 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . 7 1 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings. When it comes to service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested in your satisfaction. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. The detailed index, at the rear of this 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 owner’s manual: INTRODUCTION 5 1 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the driver’s front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the vehicle registration or title. Vehicle Identification Number INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys . .13 Ignition Key Removal .13 Locking Doors With The Key . .14 Key-In-Ignition Reminder . .15 Sentry Key . .15 Replacement Keys . .16 Sentry Key Programming .17 General Information . .17 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . .18 If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel . .18 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock .18 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System. .18 Door Locks . .18 Manual Door Locks .18 Power Door Locks .20 “Child-Protection ” Door Lock System (Rear Doors) — If Equipped .23 Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) .24 2 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate . .25 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate (If Equipped With Power Options) . .26 Using The Panic Alarm . .26 To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock ” . .27 Programming Additional Transmitters . .27 General Information . .29 Battery Replacement . .30 Remote Keyless Entry (Convertible) .31 To Unlock The Doors .31 To Lock The Doors .32 To Unlatch The Deck Lid .33 Panic Alarm . .33 Using The Panic Alarm . .33 To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock ” . .33 To Program Additional Transmitters .34 General Information . .35 Transmitter Battery Service .35 Security Alarm System — If Equipped .36 To Set The Alarm . .36 To Disarm The System .37 Security System Manual Override .37 Liftgate (Sedan) .38 Deck Lid (Convertible) . .39 Power Deck Lid Release .40 Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan) .40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch (Convertible) .41 Power Windows . .42 Auto Down Feature . .43 Rear Window Switches . .44 Wind Buffeting . .44 Occupant Restraints (Sedan) . .44 Lap/Shoulder Belts .45 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage. .51 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .52 Seat Belt Pretensioners .53 Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) .54 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . .55 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbag . .55 Child Restraint . .72 Occupant Restraints (Convertible) . .80 Lap/Shoulder Belts .81 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .86 Seat Belt Pretensioners .87 Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) .88 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . .89 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbag . .89 Child Restraint . 105 Engine Break-In Recommendations 113 2 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Tips . 114 Exhaust Gas . 114 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . 114 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . 115 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The 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 dealer. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transaxle Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift knob push button has returned to the out position. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. 2 Vehicle Key Ignition Key Position 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition 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. CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Manual Transaxle–If Equipped Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. Locking Doors With The Key You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the key forward. See Section 7 of this manual for door lock lubrication. WARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector lever. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. NOTE: With the driver’s door open, and the key in the ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) will not function. SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine. The system will shut the engine off after 2 seconds of running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This system utilizes ignition keys which have an electronic chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked. During normal operation, the Theft Alarm/ Immobilizer Light will come on for three (3) seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards, if the bulb remains on, this indicates a problem with the electronics. If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check, this indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the vehicle. Both of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two (2) seconds of running. Keep in mind that a key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lock cylinder for that vehicle. If the Theft Alarm/Immobilizer Light comes on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle has been running for longer than 10 seconds), a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible. 2 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: · The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. · Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,TM additional Sentry Keys, or any other transponder equipped components on the same keychain will not cause a key-related (transponder) fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics will not cause interference with this system. 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 can not be programmed to any other vehicle. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four digit PIN number. This number is required for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Sentry Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid sentry keys by performing the following procedure: 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 and turn the ignition switch ON for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the first key. 3. Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds. After ten seconds a chime will sound and the Theft Alarm Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the second key. 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds a single chime will sound. The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn off. The new Sentry Key has been programmed. Repeat this procedure to program up to a total of 8 keys. If you do not have a programmed sentry key, contact your dealer for details. 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 undesired operation. 2 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved no more than 1/2 turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock. If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel: With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside down, turn off the engine and remove the key. Turn the steering wheel slightly in either direction until the lock engages. To Release The Steering Wheel Lock: Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine. If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock. NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it. Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK and the shift knob push-button is out. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the ACC, or ON positions, and the brake pedal is depressed. DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 WARNING! When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries and death. 2 CAUTION! Door Lock Plunger WARNING! For personal security, and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. 1. The Auto Lock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission is in gear. 3. All doors are closed. 4. The throttle is pressed. 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h). 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter. The Automatic Door Lock feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “Personal Settings ” (Customer Programmable Features) in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped section of this manual for details. Power Door Lock Switch Automatic Door Locks–If Equipped The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met: For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC the Automatic Door Locks can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure: THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position. 2 Power Door Lock Switch 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. Ignition Key Position 3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors. Auto Unlock The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. The Auto Unlock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK. 4. The driver door is opened. 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). The Auto Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “Personal Settings ” (Customer Programmable Features) in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped section of this manual. For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC the Auto Unlock Feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure: 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position. Ignition Key Position 3. Depress the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock features in accordance with local laws. “Child-Protection ” Door Lock System (Rear Doors) — If Equipped To provide a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat, the rear doors have the “child-protection ” door lock system. To use the system, open each rear door and move the control UP to engage. When the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. 2 Child Lock Control 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll down window and open the door with the outside door handle. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (SEDAN) Three Button Transmitter This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 feet (20 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. To unlock the doors and liftgate: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fob once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors and liftgate. When the UNLOCK button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, and the parking lights will flash on twice. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Turn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlock ” under “Personal Settings ” in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) section of this manual for details. NOTE: The system can also be programmed to unlock all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button. On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped vehicles refer to “Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st ” under “Personal Settings ” in the EVIC section of this manual. On non EVIC ­ equipped vehicles perform the following steps: The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed key fob. 2. Continue to hold the LOCK button at least 4 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the UNLOCK button. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the keyfob. 2 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. To lock the doors and liftgate (if equipped with power options) : Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp once to acknowledge the lock signal. If desired, the “Sound Horn On Lock ” and “Flash Lamps With Lock ” feature can be turned on or off. On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped vehicles refer to “Personal Settings ” in the “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ” section of this manual. On non EVIC ­ equipped vehicles perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds. 2. While the LOCK button is pressed (after 4 seconds), press the PANIC button. Release both buttons. The “Sound Horn On Lock ” and “Flash Lamps With Lock ” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. Using The Panic Alarm: To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF, press and hold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second and release. When the panic alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 The panic alarm will stay on for 3 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: When you turn off the panic alarm by pressing the PANIC button a second time, you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system. To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock ” NOTE: The Flash Lights With Lock feature can be turned on or off. On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles refer to Personal Settings in the EVIC section of this manual. On non EVIC equipped vehicles perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds. 2. While the LOCK button is pressed, (after 4 seconds) press the UNLOCK button. Release both buttons. 3. Test the flash lamps with LOCK feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the LOCK position, and the key removed. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the key fob, while you are in the vehicle, will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. The “Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock ” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. Programming Additional Transmitters Vehicles will be shipped from the assembly plants with two key fob transmitters programmed only for that vehicle. A total of eight fobs can be programmed for your vehicle. Additional fobs can be programmed to your vehicle through the use of a currently programmed fob. 2 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When entering program mode using that fob, all other programmed fobs will be erased and you will have to reprogram them for your vehicle. Use the Following procedure to program additional key fobs if the vehicle is not equipped with Sentry Key: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seatbelt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position ( Do not start the engine ). 5. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the key fob. 6. After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds, also press the PANIC button within 6 seconds. 7. When a single chime is heard release both buttons. The chime is an indication that you have successfully entered program mode. All fobs that are to be programmed must be done so within 60 seconds of when the chime was heard. 8. Using the fob to be programmed, press and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, simultaneously. 9. A single chime will be heard. 10. Within four seconds of hearing the chime, press and release the UNLOCK button on the fob. 11. A single chime will be heard. 12. Repeat steps 8 through 10 to program up to six additional fobs. 13. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 14. Your vehicle will remain in program mode up to 60 seconds from when the original chime was heard. After 60 seconds, all programmed fobs function normally. NOTE: If you do not have a programmed transmitter, contact your dealer for details. 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 undesired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions. 1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life of batteries 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. 2 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. To assemble the transmitter case, snap the two halves together. NOTE: If the key fob is equipped with a screw, reinstall and tighten the screw until snug. Separating Transmitter Halves THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (CONVERTIBLE) To Unlock the Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fob once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors and liftgate. When the UNLOCK button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, and the parking lights will flash on twice. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Turn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlock ” under “Personal Settings ” in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) section of this manual for details. NOTE: The system can also be programmed to unlock all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button. On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped vehicles refer to “Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st ” under “Personal Settings ” in the EVIC section of this manual. On non EVIC ­ equipped vehicles perform the following steps: 2 Four Button Transmitter This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or open the deck lid from distances of 23­50 feet (7­15 meters) using a transmitter. You don’t have to point the transmitter at the vehicle to activate the system. Each vehicle comes with two transmitters. 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed key fob. 2. Continue to hold the LOCK button at least 4 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the UNLOCK button. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the keyfob. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. To lock the doors: Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp once to acknowledge the lock signal. If desired, the “Sound Horn On Lock ” and “Flash Lamps With Lock ” feature can be turned on or off. On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped vehicles refer to “Personal Settings ” in the “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ” section of this manual. On non EVIC ­ equipped vehicles perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds. 2. While the LOCK button is pressed (after 4 seconds), press the PANIC button. Release both buttons. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 The “Sound Horn On Lock ” and “Flash Lamps With Lock ” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. To Unlatch the Deck Lid Press the “Rear Release ” button twice to unlatch the deck lid. Panic Alarm The panic mode flashes the park lights, and sounds the horn for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off. Using The Panic Alarm: To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF, press and hold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second and release. When the panic alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on. The panic alarm will stay on for 3 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: When you turn off the panic alarm by pressing the PANIC button a second time, you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system. To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock ” NOTE: The Flash Lights With Lock feature can be turned on or off. On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped vehicles refer to Personal Settings in the EVIC section of this manual. On non EVIC – equipped vehicles perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds. 2. While the LOCK button is pressed, (after 4 seconds) press the UNLOCK button. Release both buttons. 2 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Test the flash lamps with LOCK feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the LOCK position, and the key removed. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the key fob, while you are in the vehicle, will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. The “Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock ” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. To Program Additional Transmitters NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the instrument cluster, the transmitters may also be programmed through the EVIC display. Up to 8 transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle. To obtain additional transmitters, contact your authorized dealer. To program a transmitter (within 23­50 feet (7­15 meters) of the vehicle), perform the following procedure: 1. Gather every transmitter that is to be used with the vehicle including any transmitters that are currently programmed. 2. Enter Program Mode: Turn the ignition to the ON position, and using a currently programmed transmitter; press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter. Continue to hold the “Unlock ” button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the PANIC button for at least 1 second. Release both buttons simultaneously. 3. Program Each Transmitter: All transmitters to be used with your vehicle must be programmed as follows: Press and release the Lock and Unlock buttons simultaneously, followed by a press and release of ANY button on each transmitter to be programmed. You will hear a chime when a transmitter has been successfully programmed. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 General Information This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two 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 undesired operation. If your Remote Keyless Entry fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life of batteries is from one to two years 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is the Panasonic CR2032 or equivalent. 1. Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar object. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket material during removal. 2 Separating Transmitter Halves 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch the battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. Reassemble the transmitter case. Snap the halves together and test transmitter operation. SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The system monitors the doors, liftgate, and ignition switch for unauthorized operation. If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal for about 18 minutes. For the first 3 minutes the horn will sound and the headlights, park lights, tail lights and the indicator light in the cluster will flash. Then the exterior lights will flash for another 15 minutes. If the monitored system, which triggered the alarm is deactivated the alarm will continue to sound until 3 minutes of alarm time is reached. If the monitored system, which triggered the alarm is deactivated after the alarm has been on for 3 minutes the alarm will shut off immediately. To set the alarm: 1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle. 2. Lock the door using either the door key, power door lock switch, or the Keyless Entry Transmitter and close all doors. 3. The indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for 16 seconds. This shows that the system is arming. During this period, if a door is opened, the ignition switch is turned ON, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the system will automatically disarm. After 16 seconds the indicator light will flash slowly. This shows that the system is fully armed. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To disarm the system: Unlock a front door/liftgate using the Keyless Entry Transmitter. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry key will disarm the system. A valid key is one that is programmed to that particular vehicle. A valid key will disarm the system, an invalid key will trigger the alarm. Tamper Alert If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock a front door using either a key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter, the alarm has been activated. Check the vehicle for tampering. Security System Manual Override The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. 2 Door Lock Plunger 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LIFTGATE (SEDAN) NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate (if equipped). Rotate the key and pull the liftgate up. To unlock the liftgate, insert the key into the lock and turn to the right. If equipped, the liftgate can also be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. The central locking/unlocking feature (if equipped) can also be activated from the liftgate key cylinder. Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed without using the key. To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release touch pad located on the backside of the liftgate handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion (if equipped). Liftgate Handle NOTE: In the event of a power malfunction, or the remote transmitter is inoperative, insert the key into the liftgate lock cylinder and turn to the right. Using the liftgate handle, pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 WARNING! · Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep …